Child Marriage Prohibition Act, 2006
Law listed by WCDC for preventing child marriage; suspected child marriage can be reported to local administration, police, child helpline or women helpline.
Verified Last checked: 2026-04-28
State Protection Directory
Laws & Rights in Bihar
Browse laws & rights for Bihar, including source status, contact details, related guidance and official routes.
Domestic Violence Act, 2005
Law listed by WCDC for protection of women from domestic violence; district women helplines and OSCs can guide survivors to protection and support services.
Verified Last checked: 2026-04-28
Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961
Law listed by WCDC for dowry-related protection; women facing dowry harassment can contact 181, district women helpline, OSC or police in emergencies.
Verified Last checked: 2026-04-28
Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act
Law listed by WCDC for protection of children from sexual offences. For child sexual abuse emergencies, contact police/112 and child helpline 1098.
Verified Last checked: 2026-04-28112; 1098
Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace Act, 2013
POSH law for workplace sexual harassment complaints, internal committees and local committee support.
Verified Last checked: 2026-04-28