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The protection of women from domestic violence is a critical aspect of gender
justice in India, addressed primarily through the Protection of Women from
Domestic Violence Act, 2005 (PWDVA). This legislation marked a significant
shift in Indian legal jurisprudence by broadening the definition of domestic
violence beyond physical abuse to include emotional, verbal, sexual, and
economic abuse. The Act provides a comprehensive framework for protecting
women within domestic relationships, offering immediate relief through
protection orders, residence rights, and maintenance. Despite its progressive
intent, the implementation of the law faces challenges such as lack of
awareness, societal stigma, inadequate training of enforcement agencies, and
procedural delays in courts. This abstract explores the scope, efficacy, and
limitations of the domestic violence laws in India, emphasizing the need for
stronger institutional mechanisms, public sensitization, and legal reforms to
ensure meaningful protection and empowerment of women. Ultimately,
effective enforcement and societal change remain essential to transform legal
protections into lived realities for victims of domestic violence.
Keywords:
Domestic Violence, Women rights, Sati Pratha, Marital Rape
Cite Article:
"Protection of Women under the Domestic Violence Laws in India", International Journal for Research Trends and Innovation (www.ijrti.org), ISSN:2455-2631, Vol.10, Issue 5, page no.a248-a273, May-2025, Available :http://www.ijrti.org/papers/IJRTI2505026.pdf
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