Disposal of Domestic Violence Cases : Law, Policy and Practice

Introduction
India is a Welfare State committed to the
protection and promotion of the well-being of
its citizens. People’s welfare is at the very heart
of the Indian Constitution. This is evident from
the extensive provisions for their social and
economic welfare found therein. Besides its
regulative and welfare role, the State also assumes
the responsibility of administering justice as
one of its key protective functions. Justice –
dispensation is one of the sacrosanct duties of
the State. Righting the wrongs and punishing the
wrong-doers in accordance with the law are the
primary goals of justice administration of every
civilized society. Rights would be meaningless
without an effective justice- system playing an
active role in their protection. Every citizen
views the court as a vital means of upholding the
law, safeguarding rights and defending freedoms.
For those suffering the violation of their rights,
courts are the only beacon of hope. The same is
also true of victims of domestic violence.