Marriage
Sexual Abuse
In simple terms, Sexual abuse is, sexual behavior of one person without theconsent of the other person. The law regarding the sexual abuse was introduced bythe Penal Code Amendment Act No. 22 of 1995. The Amendment Act hasintroduced Grave sexual abuse as a criminal offense by section 365(B). According to the above section grave sexual…
Legal Framework Regarding Custody of Minor Children
According to the Judicature Act No. 02 of 1978, the Honorable Judge of the District Court which youbelong, has the upper guardianship of minor children. Custody of minor children issues often arise whenparents get divorce. Considering the Muslim law in our country where there is a multi-jurisdictional legalsystem, female children as well as male children…
No. 34 of 2005 Prevention of Domestic Violence Act contains provisions to prevent domestic violence.
Domestic violence 1. Physically – Offenses against the human body which contains in Chapter 16 of the Penal Code 2. Mentally – Mental trauma due to emotional abuse Main Objectives of the Act – Immediate prevention of domestic violence Who can submit the application? The aggrieved party, if the child is the aggrieved party the…
Drug Related Violence
The use of drugs leads to moral degradation as well as wrongful legal consequences. Also drugs lead you to criminal acts. Illegal production of drugs, distribution and use of drugs are criminal offences. Due to the use of drugs violent acts such as car accidents, assault, rape, theft, sexual abuse, child abuse, domestic violence can…
What to do if someone threatens you, assaults you?
When someone threatens you, you may feel scared and stressed. It is important to know how to respond to threats and how to protect yourself. Learning about the steps you can take, how to report threats and get help may come in handy one day. Types of threats How to respond to a threat What…
Women’s Rights
The discourse on gender equality is currently a very popular topic around the world.Compared to the past, the development of women’s rights is clearly shown, but changing thesocial systems that were tied to patriarchy is not something that can be done immediately.Women are no different from other people, but socially, economically, educationally andpolitically they still…