Whoever, being the husband or the relative of the husband of a woman, subjects woman to cruelty shall be punished with imprisonment for a term which may extend to three years and shall also be liable to fine. The IPC mentioned above, Section 498A, was introduced into our legal system in 1983 to address the […]
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What is Section 498A in The Indian Penal Code?
Section 498A in the Indian Penal Code (IPC) is a non-bailable offence that protects married women from abuse by their husbands or their spouse’s family members. The law states that cruelty towards a married woman is a crime, and the individuals or the family members are subjected to a minimum of three years of imprisonment […]
How to Overcome Stress in Your Marriage
Every marriage goes through periods of stress. Some level of occasional stress is healthy for a marriage, as it puts the relationship to some tests allowing couples to work on their communication skills. But when challenges and problems pile up and become chronic, they can damage a marital union. With marriage being a lifetime union, […]
Are Men Victims of Domestic Violence and Why Don’t They Talk About It?
One of the most dangerous and under-reported crimes is domestic violence against men. It is often called the “silent crime” because men are too ashamed to report it. We’ve all heard about domestic violence against women, but few people know men are also victims. Domestic Violence extends far beyond physical abuse. It as a […]
Do Women Regret Filing False Cases Against Men To Ruin Them?
For someone willing to go as far as to trivialize the entire process of women’s empowerment for some financial and fleeting gains, it would be next to impossible for them to experience regret for their actions. What is all the more threatening to the fabric of society is that the number of women willing to […]