Question

What do you understand by 'domestic violence'? List the
two rights that the new law helped achieve for women who
are survivors of violence.​

Answer 1

Answer:

Domestic violence refers to the injury or harm or threat of injury or harm caused by an adult male, usually the husband, against his wife. ... The two rights the new law helped achieve for women who are survivors of violence: (i) The new law recognises the right of women to live in a shared household.

Answer 2

Answer:

Domestic violence refers to violent behaviour within the premises of household. It is deliberate attempt to physically assault, sexual assault or intimidation by a spouse within homes. It often includes emotional black mailing and trauma for the victims.

Legislations :

1. Domestic violence act, 2005

2. Dowry Prohibition act