Beyond The Law: Evaluating The Impact Of Legal Protection On Violence Against Women
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Shivani Abhijit Khanolkar, J.B.S.P. Sanstha’s Bhagubai Changu Thakur College of Law, New Panvel
ABSTRACT
Even though there are extensive legal structures designed for preventing and addressing "violence against women" (VAW), issue still affects people all over the world. With an emphasis on national laws (“Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005”; IPC provisions), international treaties (CEDAW, DEVAW), and court decisions, this study thoroughly examines the efficacy of legal protections against sexual assault, domestic violence, and human trafficking. To illustrate changing court interpretations of women’s rights and security measures, research used a doctrinal legal method to examine important case laws, including Indra Sarma vs. V.K.V. Sarma (2013), Lalita Toppo vs. State of Jharkhand (2018), and Vishaka vs. State of Rajasthan (1997). Regardless of major legal developments, the efficacy of these statutes is still threatened by stigma in society, judicial complications, police apathy, and implementation gaps. According to the study, patriarchal attitudes, a lack of victim assistance networks, and insufficient reporting of crimes keep many women from achieving justice. Additionally, the effectiveness of human trafficking laws is limited by jurisdictional constraints, corruption, and a lack of international cooperation. The study emphasizes that eradicating violence against women requires more than just legislation. Stronger regulation, gender-appropriate training, better availability of justice, and extensive victim rehabilitation programs are all essential components of a multifaceted strategy. In order to solve these widespread problems and ensure that women receive adequate security and justice, legislative changes, public education initiatives, and international cooperation are needed to close the gap between constitutional provisions and practical application.
Keywords: crime against women, domestic violence, human trafficking, legal framework, protection of women, sexual harassment
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