Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act
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IX — OTHER OFFENCES AGAINST CHILDREN · Section 78

Using a child for vending, peddling, carrying, supplying or smuggling any intoxicating liquor, narcotic drug or psychotropic substance.

Synced on 13 Aug 2026Text as per India Code

Whoever uses a child, for vending, peddling, carrying, supplying or smuggling any intoxicating liquor, narcotic drug or psychotropic substance, shall be liable for rigorous imprisonment for a term which may extend to seven years and shall also be liable to a fine up to one lakh rupees.

Judgments on Section 78