DOMESTIC VIOLENCE ACT APPLICABLE TO EVERY WOMAN IN INDIA, IRRESPECTIVE OF HER RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION & SOCIAL BACKGROUND
Category: Criminal Law
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KEY ASPECTS
Inclusivity of the Act: The Court mentioned that for a woman, irrespective of her religion or social background, it can be availed. It is to be equal for all – which would also go with this country’s constitutional assurance of equality.
Different Forms of Abuse: The law is not only about physical violence. It also includes emotional, sexual and economic abuses so it was actually meant to protect women from many other issues at home
Secular Approach: One big takeaway is that domestic violence isn’t something limited to one religion or group, so this law is secular in nature. It makes sure that all women are treated the same under the law, no matter their background.
CONCLUSION
This verdict is a significant victory for women's rights in India. It further endorses the notion that the law has to safeguard every woman, irrespective of their status or origin. Certainly it is a step ahead towards gender justice in India.
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WRITTEN BY: ABHISHEK AIYAPPA
GUIDED BY: ADVOCATE ANIK
