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Domestic Violence
Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005 and legal remedies
The Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005
Comprehensive law protecting women from domestic violence
Who can file a complaint
Eligibility and rights to file domestic violence complaints
Duties of a Magistrate
Legal obligations and responsibilities of magistrates in DV cases
Types of Court Orders
Different types of orders courts can pass in domestic violence cases
Protection Orders
Court orders to protect women from domestic violence
Residence Orders
Right to reside in shared household and residence protection
Monetary Reliefs
Financial compensation and support available to victims
Custody Orders
Child custody provisions in domestic violence cases