National Policy for Children, 2013 reaffirms commitment to inclusive development and protection of all children and declares them to be a “unique and supremely important national asset”.
It recognizes,
A child is any person below the age of eighteen years;
Childhood is an integral part of life with a value of its own;
Children are not a homogenous group and their different needs need different responses, especially the multi-dimensional vulnerabilities experienced by children in different circumstances;
A long term, sustainable, multi-sectoral, integrated and inclusive approach is necessary for the overall and harmonious development and protection of children.
The Policy aims for purposeful convergence and strong coordination across different sectors and levels of governance; active engagement and partnerships with all stakeholders; setting up of a comprehensive and reliable knowledge base; provision of adequate resources; and sensitization and capacity development of all those who work for and with children.
