The Rajasthan High Court has directed the state government to implement a new policy for the welfare of destitute children, which aims to provide support and protection to vulnerable children. Background: The issue began when it was discovered that many destitute children in Rajasthan were without access to basic necessities like food, shelter, and education. Parties: The petitioners, a group of child rights activists, argued that the state government had failed to provide adequate support and protection to destitute children, and that a new policy was needed to address the issue. The respondents, the Rajasthan government, claimed that they were taking steps to address the issue. Legal issues: The court considered the issue of whether the state government had failed to provide adequate support and protection to destitute children, and whether the petitioners had a valid challenge to the government's inaction. Court observations: The court observed that the state government had failed to provide adequate support and protection to destitute children, and that a new policy was needed to address the issue. The court also noted that the state government had a responsibility to protect the rights and interests of vulnerable children. Significance: The direction is significant as it recognizes the need for governments to take proactive measures to protect the rights and interests of vulnerable children. The case highlights the importance of holding governments accountable for their actions, and ensuring that they take adequate measures to address the needs of vulnerable populations.