The basic theme of this book is to provide the analysis and critique of the Domestic Violence Law in India. To put an end to domestic violence in India it requires the full proof legislation and the legislation can only be effective mode of social schange when the internalization process becomes effective with the attitudinal change to create positive egalitarian atmosphere towards empowerment in real sense. It includes Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005 and Rules 2006.

Table of Contents:

1. The problem of Domestic Violence in India
2. Concept and causes of Domestic Violence
3. International standards for Women's Rights: A Human Rights Perspective
4. History of Legislative responses to domestic violence in India
5. Legislative frameworkd of the Protection of Women from Domestiv Violence Act, 2005
6. Critical review of the provisions of Prot. of Women from Domes. Violen. Act, 2005
7. Remidial measure and dispute resolution
8. Comparitive perspective of law to prevent domestic violence
9. Role of NGOs in preventing domestic violence
10. Issues concerned with its awarness and implementation: A study
    
11. Conclusion and recommendations.

Annexures: Bibliography, DV Act, 2005, DV Rules, 2006