Dowry Prohibition Act - Tamil Nadu guidance
Dowry complaints may be filed with District Social Welfare Officers, who are designated as Dowry Prohibition Officers, or referred by police.
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Laws & Rights in Tamil Nadu
Browse laws & rights for Tamil Nadu, including source status, contact details, related guidance and official routes.
Prohibition of Child Marriage Act - Tamil Nadu guidance
District Social Welfare Officers are listed as Prohibition of Child Marriage Officers. Use district DSWO contact for child marriage prevention or reporting.
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Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act - Tamil Nadu guidance
District Protection Officers handle domestic violence support, protection orders and coordination with service providers. In immediate danger call 112 or 181.
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Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace Act - POSH
Workplace sexual harassment law provides complaint and redress mechanism. District Social Welfare Officers are listed as district nodal officers under the state page.
Needs review Last checked: 2026-04-28