39. Manner of keeping children received in an Observation Home under sub-section (2) of Section 18 of the Act.
- Whenever a child is received in an Observation Home under sub-section (2) of Section 18 of the Act he shall-(1)be cleansed properly;(2)be provided with such clothing and bedding as may be prescribed from time to time;(3)be given such food as may be prescribed from time to time;(4)be contacted by a probation officer as soon as may be after his admission for the purpose of recording his history and taking such steps as will relieve suspense and fear from the child; and(5)not, if he is over ten years of age, be kept with a person of a different sex.
