SHORT ANSWER:
The Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005 defines physical, emotional, and economic abuse and outlines criteria for victims to access support services.
DETAILS:
- Physical abuse includes any act causing bodily harm or injury.
- Emotional abuse involves threats, intimidation, or harassment affecting mental health.
- Economic abuse refers to controlling a woman's financial resources, depriving her of economic independence.
- Victims must demonstrate that they are in a domestic relationship and have faced any form of abuse.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Offenders can face imprisonment and fines as per the provisions of the Act.
SOURCE:
- Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005
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