Empowerment of Women
PART-A Unit-IV: Indian Polity
Previous Year Questions (PYQ) for this topic
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Women & Child Welfare Laws – PYQ Points
National Commission for Women (NCW):
• Established: 1992.
• Nature: It is a Statutory Body.
• Publication: Publishes a monthly journal titled ‘Rashtriya Mahila’.
• Established: 1992.
• Nature: It is a Statutory Body.
• Publication: Publishes a monthly journal titled ‘Rashtriya Mahila’.
1. Marriage Acts
| Act | Year |
|---|---|
| Indian Divorce Act | 1869 |
| Special Marriage Act | 1954 |
| Hindu Marriage Act | 1955 |
| Dowry Prohibition Act | 1961 |
| Foreign Marriage Act | 1969 |
| Prohibition of Child Marriage Act | 2006 |
2. Protection & Anti-Violence Laws
- Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act (2005): Ensures the right to live free from violence. Provides civil remedies within 60 days.
- Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace Act: 2013.
- Dowry Prohibition Act (1961) Rules:
• Marriage expenses should not exceed 20% of the parents’ income.
• Provides for appointment of Dowry Prohibition Officers. - POCSO Act (2012): Protects children below 18 years of age. Failure to report such offences may lead to 6 months imprisonment or fine.
3. Major Welfare Schemes & Indicators
| Scheme | Objective |
|---|
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