Description

As a signatory state of the CEDAW and CRC and to establish equal rights for women and children guaranteed in the Constitution of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh prevention of domestic violence, protection of women and children from domestic violence and for matters connected therewith or incidental thereto, Domestic Violence (Prevention and Protection Act was enacted in 2010. The Act applies to all persons including refugees. The Act defines "Domestic Violence" to include physical, psychological, sexual and economic abuses in Section 3 in line with the international standards. It narrates the duties and responsibilities of the Police Officer, Enforcement Officer and Service Provider under chapter III. The Act also details out the rights of the Victim and the Court procedures in dealing with such cases. The offence committed under this Act shall be cognizable, bailable and compoundable.