Even relatives, friends and NGOs can file complaints on behalf of the women.
Another highlight of new law is the appointment of “counsellors” to help the litigating parties.
The women have the option of lodging an FIR and not pursuing it after counseling. There are also options like compulsory medical attention, right to stay in the home where she faced abuse, protection, temporary shelter etc.
However, some sections have criticised the Act for “treating married and live-in couples” at par.
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