Supreme Court Upholds Universal Applicability of Domestic Violence Act

The Supreme Court ruled that the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005, applies to all women in India, regardless of religion or social background. The verdict came from an appeal challenging a Karnataka High Court order on maintenance and compensation. The court emphasized that the Act ensures effective protection of women's rights.

The Supreme Court has clarified that the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005, is a civil code applicable to all women in India, regardless of their religious or social background.

A bench consisting of Justices B V Nagarathna and N Kotiswar Singh confirmed that the Act strengthens the protection of women's rights as guaranteed under the Constitution.

The ruling arose from an appeal challenging a Karnataka High Court order related to maintenance and compensation, affirming the Act's broad and inclusive applicability.

(With inputs from agencies.)