Equip yourself with the definitive legal authority on gender-focused jurisprudence in India. Crimes Against Women Along with Women Empowerment Laws (3rd Edition) by Dr. Surinder Mediratta offers a massive, 1,600+ page, deeply structured analysis of statutory protections, landmark amendments, and pioneering judicial precedents safeguarding women and children. Published by the prestigious Delhi Law House, this hardback reference volume is an indispensable asset for Supreme Court and High Court advocates, judicial service aspirants, law students, police academies, and legal researchers.

Book Overview

The revised 3rd Edition of this classic legal treatise brings all major criminal and civil legislative frameworks protecting women under a single roof. Dr. Surinder Mediratta systematically breaks down critical penal provisions alongside comprehensive acts intended to empower women and preserve human rights.

This edition places a paramount focus on the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence, tracking evolving interpretations and social issues. Crucially, it integrates milestone statutory updates�including the Muslim Women (Protection of Rights on Marriage) Act, 2019 (Triple Talaq) and the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Amendment Act�ensuring practitioners have access to the absolute latest legal standards in the courtroom.

Key Features & Benefits

All-In-One Statutory Reference� Consolidates vast areas of women's safety legislation, human rights laws, and domestic violence protections into a single, cohesive legal treasure house.

Up-to-Date 2019 Amendments� Fully incorporates exhaustive deep-dives into the Triple Talaq Act and the POCSO Amendment Act.

Exhaustive Judicial Precedents� Features an updated, highly structured table of landmark case laws, helping litigators easily cite commanding judgments during trials.]

Designed for Quick Citations� Equipped with an extensive subject index and practical alphabetical legal contexts for effortless scan ability under courtroom pressure.

Exam & Career Companion� Highly recommended text for state Judicial Services examinations, CLAT PG, and academic legal research.

Key Topics Covered

? Detailed analysis of penal provisions concerning domestic violence, dowry harassment, cruelty, and sexual assault.

? Constitutional mandates, equality principles, and human rights frameworks specific to women.

? Procedural guidelines for police forces, protection officers, and medical practitioners handling sensitive cases.

? Specialised modern legislation, including the Muslim Women (Protection of Rights on Marriage) Act.

? Child protection mechanisms under the updated POCSO Act framework.

Who is this Book For?

? Legal Practitioners� Trial and appellate advocates handling criminal law and matrimonial disputes.

? Judicial Aspirants� Students targeting competitive exams requiring deep mastery of gender justice laws.

? Law Enforcement� Police personnel, investigators, and protection cells handling crimes against vulnerable groups.

? NGOs & Activists� Civil society organizations managing women's shelter homes and legal aid centers.