Child labor is prohibited and regulated in India primarily under the Child and Adolescent Labour (Prohibition and Regulation) Act, 1986. This act was enacted to address the issue of child labor and to provide a legal framework for the prohibition and regulation of the employment of children. Key provisions of the Child and Adolescent Labour (Prohibition and Regulation) Act, 1986 include: Prohibition of Employment: The act prohibits the employment of children in specified hazardous occupations and processes. It defines a child as any person below the age of 14. Regulation of Adolescents: The act regulates the conditions of work for adolescents (defined as individuals between the ages of 14 and 18) and restricts their employment in certain occupations. Penalties for Offenses: The act prescribes penalties for those who employ children in violation of its provisions. Penalties can include fines and imprisonment, depending on the severity of the offense. Establishment of Authorities: The act establishes authorities at the national and state levels responsible for the enforcement of its provisions and monitoring child labor issues. Child and Adolescent Labour Rehabilitation Fund: The act provides for the creation of a fund to be used for the rehabilitation and welfare of rescued child and adolescent laborers. The aim of this legislation is to protect the rights and well-being of children and adolescents by preventing their engagement in harmful and exploitative work. The act also ensures that adolescents who do work are provided with safe and regulated conditions.