Child labour in India facts for kids
Many children in India are involved in child labour. This means they work instead of going to school or playing. In 2011, a study in India found that over 10 million children, aged 5 to 14, were working. This was out of nearly 260 million children in that age group. Child labour is a problem all over the world. About 217 million children globally work, and many of them work full-time.
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Child Labour in India
Child labour is work that takes away a child's childhood. It stops them from reaching their full potential. It can also harm their physical and mental health. This kind of work often keeps children from going to school. It might make them leave school too early. Or it forces them to try and study while working very long, hard hours.
Where Does Child Labour Happen?
In the past, most child labour in India happened in rural areas. About 80% of working children were found there. These are places like villages and farms.
However, things have changed. Now, child labour is moving to cities. Big cities offer more chances for work. A group called UNICEF reported a big increase. Child labour in cities went up by 54% for children aged 5 to 14.
Why is Child Labour Harmful?
Children who work often miss out on important education. They do not get the chance to grow properly. This includes their bodies, minds, feelings, and thoughts.
Physically, children are not ready for long, hard work. They get tired much faster than adults. This can make them weaker and more likely to get sick.
Children who work instead of going to school may not learn to read or write. This is called being illiterate. It makes it harder for them to improve their own lives. It also limits what they can do for their community. Child labour has many bad effects on India's future.
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A young fruit seller in the streets of Kolkata
See also
In Spanish: Trabajo infantil en India para niños
