The most crucial factor in any nation is the safety and security of its women.Every day, assaults, molestation, and other forms of abuse are committed against unmarried women, girl children, young girls, mothers, and women from every sphere of life.

Our nation has evolved a number of laws to protect women from the different horrors they encounter in society over the years. Let’s look at some of the most significant laws that were enacted by the relevant authority and that everyone should be aware of.

1.POSH Act (Protection of women from Sexual Harassment Act, 2013)

The Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace Act gives women the right to report any type of sexual harassment that occurs at their place of employment. A written complaint must be submitted to an Internal Complaints Committee (ICC) at a branch office within three months of the act’s passing.

2.Protection of Women from Domestic violence Act of 2005

Under Section 498 of the Indian Constitution, a woman who is a wife, female live-in partner, or a woman who shares a home with a man, such as a mother or sister, is shielded from domestic violence (including verbal, financial, emotional, and sexual abuse) committed by a husband, male live-in partner, or members of the family. The defendant will also be subject to a fine and a non-bailable sentence of up to three years in prison.

3.The Prohibition of Child Marriage Act of 2007

In 2007, the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act went into effect. According to this law, a marriage in which either the bride or the groom are minors—that is, the bride is under the age of 18 or the boy is under the age of 21—is referred to as a child marriage. Parents who attempt to marry girls who are underage may face legal consequences. These marriages are prohibited by law, which has a significant dissuasive effect.

Women are protected under various laws made by the government. You will only be able to protect yourself and fight against any injustice meted out to you in your home , workplace or any other place if you know your rights. Knowing your rights makes you wise and moral.

-Vidhi Chhabra