Key Points: - Interim compensation awarded to a minor victim can be granted under Rule 9 of the 2020 Rules and Section 33(8) of the POCSO Act, with such compensation being adjustable against final compensation. (!) (!) (!) - In Delhi, the Delhi Victims Compensation Scheme 2018 (DVC Scheme 2018) provides guidelines and maximum/minimum ranges for compensation, with specific provisions for minors (50% enhancement) and interim relief timelines. (!) (!) (!) (!) - The court may set interim compensation amounts (e.g., Rs. 50,000 in the impugned order) and/or direct substantial interim sums (e.g., Rs. 6,00,000 in this case) to be disbursed to the victim with specific disbursement terms (FDs, joint accounts, timelines). (!) (!) (!) - The NALSA/NALSA 2018 and DVC Scheme 2018 function as guidelines for interim/final compensation where no explicit state-specific scheme exists, with Delhi recognizing DVC as guiding the court’s determination. (!) (!) - Courts must consider factors such as gravity of offence, medical treatment costs, educational loss, employment loss, financial condition, and other relevant factors when awarding compensation. (!) (!) (!) (!) - Interim relief for acid attacks has special provisions (higher immediate sums and timelines) under the schemes. (!) (!) - Final disbursement methods include fixed deposits, savings accounts in the minor’s name, and restrictions on premature encashment to protect the beneficiary’s interests. (!) (!) (!)

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