Child Protection Laws In Indonesia; Related To Islamic Spirit

The purpose of this study is to explore the provisions regarding child protection law in Indonesia and their alignment with the spirit of Islam. This research uses normative juridical research by reviewing library materials and the main data sources are secondary data including literature reviews and regulations. The results show that regulations regarding child protection laws have existed since the Old Order era until the current reform era. In general, the substance of the law on child protection is in line with the spirit of Islam. This can be seen in various issues such as the right to life and protection, obtaining a name, obtaining an education, adopting children, child criminal courts, freedom to embrace religion. The content contained in the law on child protection is also a concern for Islam.