Child Labour in India

When children are forced to work rather than attend school and enjoy their youth, this is known as child labour. Many children in India work as helpers in industries, roadside stands, farms, construction sites and even people’s homes. Some of them perform tasks that are dangerous for their age, such as cooking, cleaning or carrying heavy objects. This is terribly sad and unfair.

Poverty is one of the primary causes of child labour. Families in poverty frequently lack the funds for clothing, food, and education. They therefore send their kids to work so they can make money. Parents may not always understand the value of education. Others who seek inexpensive labour even coerce some children into working.

However, kids aren’t supposed to work. Childhood is meant for learning, playing and growing. Each and every child has the right to education, to play and to be safe. When kids work from a young age, they miss out on school, become weak or sick and lose their dreams.

The Indian government has made laws to stop child labour. There are rules that say no child under 14 should be made to work, especially in dangerous jobs. But in many places, these rules are not followed properly. Some people still make children work, all because of cheap labour.

This is a big unjust not just for children but for entire humanity. We must speak up and raise our voice. If we see any child being forced to work, we should report it to elders, the police or call a child helpline number like 1098. We can also spread awareness in our school and neighbourhood. Every small step can make a big difference.

On this World Day Against Child Labour, let’s all promise to stand against child labour. Together, we can help children go to school, live a safe life and dream big. Because every child deserves a happy childhood.

By Kabir Sharma

Visit our Facebook Page : Little Authors | Facebook