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title: "Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act 2005"
description: "The Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act 2005 provides vital legal protection for women against domestic abuse in India, ensuring safety and support."
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Model Diplomat Research Team · Last reviewed June 22, 2026

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- The Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act 2005 is an Indian civil law granting women protection, residence, monetary, custody, and compensation orders against domestic abuse.
- How does the Domestic Violence Act 2005 differ from Section 498A of the IPC?
- Does the Act cover women in live-in relationships?
- What is a residence order under the Act?
- Can complaints be filed only against male relatives?

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## Timeline

1. 13 September 2005

   It received presidential assent on and came into force on 26 October 2006, alongside the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Rules 2006.

2. 26 October 2006

   It received presidential assent on 13 September 2005 and came into force on , alongside the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Rules 2006.

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