Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005
- It came into effect in October 2006 and aims to provide protection and support to victims of domestic violence.
- The State Governments are required to appoint Protection Officers, register Service Providers and notify shelter homes and medical facilities for implementation of the Act.
- It is a Civil law meant to protect and provide support to victims of domestic violence.
- Under the Act, the aggrieved woman can seek various reliefs such as a protection order, residence order, custody order, compensation order, monetary relief, shelter, and medical facilities.
- The aggrieved woman can also file a complaint under Section ....
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