The book gives s deep insight into the problems faced by the children in distress and the protection of the rights of children. It discusses the issues of exploitation, bonded labour, children in hazardous occupation, violation of the rights of children and the existing national and international instruments in a useful and informative manner. Apart from the legal perspective on these issues, it also dwells on social aspects required to abolish child labour. The book would prove to be of great help to students, scholars, Government and Non-Governmental organizations working in the field of child welfare.