In this article, author Anjali Nambiar discusses the need for swift and comprehensive interventions to protect the rights and future opportunities of child laborers in India—the country that accounts for the highest number of child laborers globally. She discusses the root causes of the ongoing prevalence of child labor and identifies the limitations of current policy in the face of economic drivers. She recommends policy solutions that include funding education, strengthening enforcement, and fostering a culture of compliance and accountability.
