Most of us, even the highly educated ones, presume that Domestic violence refers to physical abuse by the husband or in laws, which is only partially right. DV refers to any form of physical, mental or emotional abuse carried out on a woman by her parents, in-laws or husband. It also includes abusing verbally, creating a commotion at your place of work and mental harassment. Saheli Trust helps women in distress to the best of its ability. We counsel the affected person in the first instance, then talk to the abuser politely and if nothing works, take action under the Domestic Violence Act, 2005. Just for the sake of mentioning, it is worthwhile pointing out, that under the DV Act, you need not seek a divorce, but seek protection against abuse of any sort, seek maintenance from your husband while living in the house, seek custody of your children and seek against harassment by your in-laws / husband at your work place.
We also offer free legal help.
