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Sexuality educators say that depending on pornography for sex-related information is worrisome as it can perpetuate harmful stereotypes about women, which could lead to abuse.
Critics argue that the POCSO Act fails to account for the evolving sexuality and developing capacity of adolescents, lumping all individuals below 18 years together without considering their best interests.
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