Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005
Law for women facing domestic violence and related abuse. Contact Women Helpline, Protection Officer, police, OSC or Women Commission.
Verified Last checked: 2026-04-28Verified Protection Grid
Protection Laws and Rights in India
Plain-language explanations of women, child and labour protection laws, rights and complaint routes.
Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015
Key child protection law for children in need of care and protection and children in conflict with law. Contact CWC, police, Child Helpline 1098 or Social Welfare department for help.
Verified Last checked: 2026-04-28The Inter-State Migrant Workmen Act, 1979
Law reference for protection and conditions of service for inter-state migrant workers.
Verified Last checked: 2026-04-28The Equal Remuneration Act, 1976
Law reference for equal pay and non-discrimination in remuneration.
Verified Last checked: 2026-04-28The Building and Other Construction Workers Act, 1996
Law reference for construction worker welfare, registration and protection.
Verified Last checked: 2026-04-28The Maternity Benefit Act, 1961
Law reference for maternity protection and benefits for eligible women workers.
Verified Last checked: 2026-04-28The Child Labour (Prohibition and Regulation) Act, 1986
Law reference for complaints or guidance involving child labour and prohibited employment of children.
Verified Last checked: 2026-04-28Bonded Labour System Abolition Act
Law abolishes bonded labour and requires state/district action through vigilance mechanisms. Use labour or district administration contacts for complaints.
Verified Last checked: 2026-04-28Child and Adolescent Labour Act
Law prohibits employment of children below 14 and hazardous work for adolescents. Report suspected child labour to labour authorities or child helpline.
Verified Last checked: 2026-04-28POCSO Act 2012
Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act safeguards children from sexual offences. For a child in distress call 1098 or 112.
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