Archive · 1 Oct 2025
NCRB: Crime Against Children Up 9.2% in 2023
In 2023, the NCRB reported a rise in crimes against children in India.
There were almost 177,335 cases, a 9.2% increase from the previous year.
Common crimes included kidnapping/abduction and offenses under the POCSO Act (protection from sexual offenses).
Most offenders were known to the victims.
The report reveals a concerning trend, with almost 500 crimes committed against children daily.
Factors like increased awareness and reporting can affect these numbers, but experts urge for better awareness and safety for children.
177,335 cases of crime against children were registered in India in 2023, a 9.2% increase.
Kidnapping and abduction accounted for 45% of the cases, with the POCSO Act contributing 38.2%.
40,846 child victims were affected in 40,434 cases involving penetrative sexual assault.
Madhya Pradesh recorded the highest number of cases, while Assam had the highest rate.
The overall chargesheeting rate was 64.3%, with wide variations among states.
- Who
- National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB)
- What
- Cases of crime against children in India
- When
- 2023
- Where
- India
- Why
- To document and analyze crime statistics
Concern over Rising Cases
Contextual Factors in Data
Interpretation of Data
Concern over Rising Cases
The increase in crime cases indicates a worsening environment for children and a need for more intervention.
Contextual Factors in Data
Increased cases may reflect better reporting and awareness of child protection laws, rather than solely a rise in crime.
- Total Cases (2023)
- 177,335
- Increase Over 2022
- 9.2%
- Crime Rate (per 1 lakh children)
- 39.9
- Kidnapping/Abduction Cases
- 79,884
- POCSO Act Cases
- 67,694
- Sexual Offenses Cases
- 70,053
- Chargesheeting Rate
- 64.3%
Sources
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