Child labor is a major problem in India, where millions of children work in various industries like restaurants, silk production, and fireworks instead of attending school. According to government statistics, there are between 20-50 million child laborers in India, many working in exploitative conditions. The Asia-Pacific region has the largest number of child workers worldwide, estimated at 127 million. Poverty is a leading cause of child labor, as families perceive their children as sources of additional income. Several laws and NGOs aim to eradicate child labor and enforce children's rights to education, protection, and development.