Road Map to Independence
Things to do in a bad marriage…After 25 years as a housewife and a mother, I was lost. My...
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Category: Domestic Violence
Sukoon -Yeh Ghar Mera Hai
On June 30, I completed two years of living independently with my kids in a builder’s floor...
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Women Rights Series : The Power of Law
Law seems impersonal and sometimes (most times actually) scary. Any unknown territory is at first...
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Violence With a Capital D – Ruby’s Story
I regret the day I got married. My daddy was not ready to get me married in this family. But my...
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‘Woman of the Elements’: Helping Women Fight Domestic Abuse
Never forget that walking away from something unhealthy is brave even if you stumble a little on...
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Domestic Violence: Know the Laws,How you can help & More with Talish Ray
Domestic Violence has been prevalent in our country for many years now but unfortunately, the...
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Thappad: It All Starts with a Slap!
#Thappad I decided to watch this movie alone today It truly is a hard hitting film… But only...
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Seek Immediate Help If You Are In An Abusive Relationship
Domestic violence is not just a relationship issue. It is a social issue. It is a crime, and is...
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What Are the Different Types of Domestic Violence
Physical Abuse This is the most recognisable form of abuse. It involves use of force- kicking,...
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Domestic Violence : What Can You Do About It
Esha was working with an MNC her husband and in-laws forced her to quit after marriage- she...
Read MoreWomen Helplines-NGOs -Important Contact Info
NAMEPHONE NOADDRESSEMAIL WEBSITEWomen’s Helpline India1091National Commission for Women011 – 26942369, 26944740,26944754, 26944805, 26944809Plot-21, Jasola Institutional Area, New Delhi –...
Read MoreFree Legal Aid at the Court
Free Legal Aid Entitlement of Legal Services Any citizen of India whose annual income from all sources does not exceed Rs.50,000/-** (Rupees Fifty Thousand ) or such higher amount as may be notified by State Government from time...
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THE PROTECTION OF WOMEN FROM DOMESTIC VIOLENCE ACT, 2005
THE PROTECTION OF WOMEN FROM DOMESTIC VIOLENCE ACT, 2005 ARRANGEMENT OF SECTIONS SECTIONS CHAPTER...
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Domestic Violence :Common Myths & Beliefs
Domestic Violence has been prevalent in our country since ages now and even when our nation is...
Read MoreAWARENESS AGAINST DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
These days many women are going through Domestic Violence. Emotional & Physical violence from their husbands, and yet do not have the courage to speak up. Some Facts: Amnesty International: 33% of women across the globe will...
Read MoreAn overview of the Domestic Violence Act
Often, justice is not served because the victims have no idea what is the legal procedure involved or indeed what law is applicable. Vidya Raja starts off this column on laws that can help women fight crimes. Here is a low down...
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