HUMAN
TRAFFICKING
Human trafficking involves the recruitment, transportation, or receipt of persons by means of threat, force, or coercion for the purpose of exploitation. It is a modern form of slavery.
TYPICAL MODUS OPERANDI
False Employment
Traffickers offer high-paying jobs in distant cities or abroad. Once the victim arrives, their documents are seized.
Debt Bondage
Victims are forced to work to pay off "debts" for travel or housing that are impossible to clear.
IDENTIFYING THE SIGNS
- Showing signs of physical or psychological trauma (bruises, anxiety).
- Lack of control over personal identification (Passport/ID held by another).
- Being coached on what to say to authorities.
PREVENTION STRATEGIES
01
Verify Every Offer
Check the legitimacy of recruitment agencies via government portals like e-Migrate.
02
Never Relinquish Passport
Legitimate employers do not need to hold your original documents permanently.
LEGAL CONSEQUENCES
| Relevant Section | Nature of Offense | Punishment |
|---|---|---|
| Sec 370 IPC | Trafficking of persons | 7-10 Years Rigorous Imprisonment |
| Sec 370A IPC | Exploitation of a trafficked person | Life Imprisonment (in severe cases) |