Role of Police in the Implementation of the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005

Md. Imran Wahab, IPS

doi:10.36948/ijfmr.2024.v06i06.32873

Role of Police in the Implementation of the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005

Author(s)	Md. Imran Wahab, IPS
Country	India
Abstract	This article explores the critical role of police in enforcing the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act (PWDVA) of 2005 and delivering justice to victims of domestic violence. Utilizing a qualitative approach that integrates both empirical and doctrinal methods, the study identifies the specific responsibilities of law enforcement under the PWDVA. It assesses both the legal obligations of police and their practical execution while addressing obstacles such as societal stigma, lack of resources, and insufficient training that impede effective enforcement. The article advocates for necessary systemic improvements and highlights initiatives aimed at enhancing police responsiveness through collaboration with key stakeholders, including protection officers, NGOs, and the judiciary. The PWDVA recognizes various forms of abuse-physical, emotional, sexual, verbal, and economic-and promotes an integrated approach of civil and criminal measures for women's protection. It outlines the pivotal duties of police in complaint registration, Domestic Incident Reports (DIRs) preparation, and enforcement of protective court orders. Emphasizing gender-sensitive policing, improved training, increased female representation, and community policing initiatives, the article ultimately seeks to foster meaningful change in the lives of domestic violence survivors.
Keywords	Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, PWDVA, Police Responsibilities, Domestic Incident Reports (DIRs), First Responders, Challenges in Implementation, Stakeholder Coordination, Gender Sensitivity Training, Community Policing, Women Representation in Police, Domestic Violence Support Systems.
Field	Sociology > Administration / Law / Management
Published In	Volume 6, Issue 6, November-December 2024
Published On	2024-12-12
Cite This	Role of Police in the Implementation of the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005 - Md. Imran Wahab, IPS - IJFMR Volume 6, Issue 6, November-December 2024. DOI 10.36948/ijfmr.2024.v06i06.32873
DOI	https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2024.v06i06.32873
Short DOI	https://doi.org/g8vgf3

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