ABSTRACT
This chapter discusses the current global trends in child labour, both in terms of the concept and extent of the problem. It also discusses strategies to deal with the child labour issue and presents an integrated approach to effectively reduce child labour. It raises awareness of the complex child labour issue and creates conditions for children to realise their human potential. It summarises a number of strategies and the role of UN Conventions in addressing the child labour issue. Child labour laws and regulations are essentially part of the social legislation, which encounter a number of difficulties in implementation. Poverty alleviation and development strategies have been/are being tried to help improve overall living standards and address underlying and structural causes of child labour. UNICEF and the rights of the child emphasise that it is important to listen to views of children on matters that affect them and consider them while developing policies and programs.
