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Human trafficking, particularly the exploitation of children, represents a grave global crisis that international law and policy frameworks aim to combat through comprehensive normative standards. This research paper systematically analyzes key instruments such as the UN Palermo Protocol, ILO Convention 182, and the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC), evaluating their scope, state obligations, implementation challenges, and overall effectiveness. Employing a doctrinal and empirical methodology within a human rights-based approach (HRBA) theoretical framework, the study reveals persistent gaps between legal commitments and real-world outcomes, including low conviction rates, victim identification failures, and resource constraints. Findings underscore the need for enhanced victim-centered policies, regional cooperation, and accountability mechanisms to bridge these divides. The conclusion advocates for urgent reforms aligned with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to protect vulnerable children, particularly in high-risk regions like South Asia and the Indo-Pacific.
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Human trafficking, International Law, Regional Cooperation, Sustainable Development Goals
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"HUMAN TRAFFICKING AND THE EXPLOITATION OF CHILDREN: ANALYZING THE ROLE OF INTERNATIONAL LAW AND POLICY", International Journal for Research Trends and Innovation (www.ijrti.org), ISSN:2455-2631, Vol.11, Issue 1, page no.a663-a675, January-2026, Available :http://www.ijrti.org/papers/IJRTI2601097.pdf
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2456-3315 | IMPACT FACTOR: 8.14 Calculated By Google Scholar| ESTD YEAR: 2016
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