Domestic violence includes physical, emotional, sexual, and economic abuse. Indian law provides strong protections for victims.
PWDVA 2005 – Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act
IPC Sections: 498A (cruelty), 323 (physical harm), 354 (sexual assault)
Rights to protection orders, residence, and maintenance
File complaint with police or protection officer
Apply for restraining orders and maintenance
Access legal aid for court proceedings
Government helplines and NGOs
Counseling and rehabilitation services
Legal guidance for criminal and civil remedies
“Domestic violence is punishable, and every victim has the right to protection and justice.”
Q1. What is domestic violence?
A: Physical, emotional, sexual, or economic abuse within domestic relations.
Q2. Governing act?
A: PWDVA 2005 and relevant IPC sections.
Q3. Can men be victims?
A: IPC protects all, though PWDVA focuses on women.
Q4. Remedies available?
A: Protection orders, maintenance, legal action, counseling.
Q5. How to report?
A: Via police, protection officers, or legal aid services.
