J&K&L High Court Receives Petition Challenging Constitutionality of Domestic Violence Act

The Jammu & Kashmir High Court has admitted a petition challenging the constitutional validity of the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005.

The petitioners allege the Act is gender-biased, arbitrarily classifies men as perpetrators and women as victims, and infringes on property rights, violating Articles 13 and 14 of the Constitution.

They contend that even minor domestic disputes are treated as violence, enabling the aggrieved party to exercise unchecked power.

The petition also raises concerns about jurisdictional overreach, interim maintenance orders, and the potential for vexatious proceedings. The matter is listed for further consideration.

[Tasleem Arif Dar and Ors vs Union of India and Ors]