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.
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Protection Laws and Rights Guides
Understand important child, women and labour protections and the official route for action or complaint.
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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…
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The Inter-State Migrant Workmen Act, 1979
Law reference for protection and conditions of service for inter-state migrant workers.
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The Equal Remuneration Act, 1976
Law reference for equal pay and non-discrimination in remuneration.
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The Building and Other Construction Workers Act, 1996
Law reference for construction worker welfare, registration and protection.
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The Maternity Benefit Act, 1961
Law reference for maternity protection and benefits for eligible women workers.
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The Child Labour (Prohibition and Regulation) Act, 1986
Law reference for complaints or guidance involving child labour and prohibited employment of children.
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Bonded Labour System Abolition Act
Law abolishes bonded labour and requires state/district action through vigilance mechanisms. Use labour or district administration contacts for complaints.
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Child 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.
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POCSO 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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