The Supreme Court found that child sexual exploitative material (CSEAM) violates minors' dignity and transforms them into sexual objects. This infringes their fundamental rights, the court said on Monday. A bench, led by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud and Justice J B Pardiwala, emphasised that all children ought to grow up in an environment that respects their dignity and keeps them safe. They regarded CSEAM as a serious offence not only to the victims but to all children, reported PTI. 

According to the report, the court stressed the urgent need for strict action against those who create, share, or consume CSEAM. This includes strong legal penalties and preventive measures such as education and awareness campaigns. It confirmed that watching or downloading child pornography is an offence under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012.