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T. Sandhiya & K. Rajesh Kumar - Women’s Safety Laws In India: Constitutional Perspectives, Enforcement Challenges And Policy Reforms

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Abstract

Women's safety is an important constitutional and social concern in India. The Constitution of India guarantees equality, dignity and protection from discrimination. Various laws have been enacted to protect women from domestic violence, sexual offences, workplace harassment, acid attacks and other forms of gender-based violence. However, the effectiveness of these laws depends substantially on implementation, institutional accountability, access to justice and public awareness. This article examines the constitutional framework, major statutory protections, judicial developments, enforcement challenges and policy reforms relating to women's safety in India. It argues that legal protection must be supported by gender-sensitive policing, speedy investigation and trial, effective victim support, legal aid and institutional accountability.

Authors
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T. Sandhiya
KR
K. RAJESH KUMAR
Keywords
Women’s SafetyConstitutional RightsGender-Based ViolenceLegal EnforcementAccess to Justice
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