What is Domestic Violence? What are its types, causes, and effects?
What is Domestic Violence? What are its types, causes, and effects? Domestic violence has been defined by the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005. The Domestic Violence Act is primarily welfare legislation. The reliefs provided by the Domestic Violence Act include shelter, medical facilities, protection order, compensation order, etc. The Domestic Violence Act[…]
What is the Divorce Procedure and Divorce Types in India?
What is the Divorce Procedure and Divorce Types in India? Divorce is essentially the dissolution of marriage. It is a term used for the termination of the marriage. In India, just like marriage laws, divorce laws can be personal laws, depending upon the religion of the parties. Divorce takes place when the dissolution of a marriage[…]
Laws Relating to Maintenance in India
Laws Relating to Maintenance in India The general meaning of maintenance means to support or sustenance. The provision of maintenance are contained in the Criminal procedure code,1973 under sections 125 to 128, under the Hindu marriage act 1955, under the Hindu Adoption and Maintenance act,1956. Under the protection of women from Domestic Violence Act 2005,[…]