Dowry and Domestic Violence Against Women In India

Abstract

Domestic violence is a serious human rights and public health issue, with physical and mental health implications. The five basic components of domestic violence in Indian contexts are emotional abuse, physical violence, sexual violence, honour killing, dowry-related abuse, and death. The purpose of this study is to investigate domestic violence experienced by Indian women, particularly as a result of dowry and associated difficulties. Secondary data from NCRB, NFHS, and NCM were used in the study. According to the survey, dowry is the leading cause of domestic violence against women in India. Dowry-related deaths in India are falling year after year, which is a good indicator. There is always a need to educate rural India about the negative aspects of dowry. Domestic violence is prevalent in our community, and it has unspoken consequences for a woman's economical well-being, physical and mental health, and, as a result, society as a whole. Keyword : Domestic Violence, Dowry, Women empowerment, Spousal Violence, Sexual Violence.