Section 20 PWDV Act: Grounds to Deny Maintenance
The Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005 (PWDV Act) is a social welfare legislation aimed at protecting women […]
When Only One Side is Heard: A Case of Biased Justice Under the Domestic Violence Act
Why Courts Must Ensure Fairness for Both Husband and Wife A recent order by the Dindoshi Sessions Court in Mumbai
Section 31 DV Act Applies Only to Protection Order Breach: Himachal Pradesh High Court
The Himachal Pradesh High Court, in a judgment by Justice Rakesh Kainthla, ruled that Section 31 of the Domestic Violence
Supreme Court flags legal misuse as wife withdraws mutual divorce for DV case
The Court quashed the wife’s complaint, saying that the allegations were vague. The Supreme Court recently dismissed a domestic violence
Supreme Court: Personal Presence of Parties in Domestic Violence Cases Not Mandatory Unless Protection Order Is Breached
The Supreme Court closed a case against the husband and his family under the DV Act and directed him to
Understanding the Concept of a Shared Household in India
The “shared household in india” concept is relevant in Indian family and property law, particularly domestic violence, spousal rights, and
Domestic Violence Act: A Comprehensive Overview
The Domestic Violence Act (DV Act), also known as the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act of 2005, is a landmark
Wife’s Right to Reside in Shared Household Under DV Act is Not Absolute
The Delhi High Court ruled on Monday that a wife’s right to reside in the shared household under the Protection
Domestic Violence in India: Laws in Place but Misuse Remains a Concern
India is often perceived as a patriarchal society, yet its laws are designed to protect the rights of women. One
498A, DV Act and 125Crpc Q-A Session
Q. Hi my name is Nasir. I stay in Mumbai. I got married in 2016 and I have a 2