A to Z of Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act 2005

This edition of A to Z of Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005 by Dr. Pramod Kumar Singh serves as a comprehensive and authoritative reference on India’s key legislation aimed at protecting women from domestic violence. It is designed for legal practitioners, social workers, law enforcement officials, academicians, and individuals seeking clarity on the law’s provisions and implementation.

The book presents the full text of the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005, along with the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Rules, 2006, and relevant judicial interpretations. It offers a section-wise analysis with case law, practical guidance, and allied legal provisions, making it both a legislative and practical handbook.

The content spans the full scope of the law, including:

• Objectives, scope, and definitions under the Domestic Violence Act

• Rights of women to protection, residence, and monetary relief

• Procedures for filing complaints and obtaining protection orders

• Role and duties of Protection Officers, service providers, and police authorities

• Judicial remedies including residence, custody, and compensation orders

• Protection of women in live-in relationships under the Act

• Relevant case laws arranged section-wise for practical reference

• Interaction with other allied laws including IPC provisions and family laws

• Implementation challenges and best practices for effective enforcement

This edition is particularly suitable for:

• Legal practitioners and family law specialists handling domestic violence cases

• NGOs, social workers, and counsellors assisting survivors of domestic abuse

• Police officers, Protection Officers, and judicial officers enforcing the Act

• Academicians, researchers, and students of law, gender studies, and social work

• Policy advocates and lawmakers engaged in women’s rights and protection laws

Whether used for litigation, legal aid, academic study, or fieldwork, this updated edition delivers a complete legislative, judicial, and procedural understanding of the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005 and its practical application.