Protection Against Domestic Violence

Description
The scheme "Protection Against Domestic Violence" by the Women and Child Development Department, Government of Haryana, aims to support women who are subjected to physical, emotional, verbal, sexual, or economic abuse within a domestic relationship. The scheme facilitates timely and confidential intervention by trained counselors and protection officers. Women victims can receive emotional and legal assistance, mediation, and safety measures, including shelter and medical aid where needed.

Benefits
• **Counseling and Mediation Support:** Victims are provided with trained counselors for psychological support and help in mediation between the victim and the perpetrator if required.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be a female.
2. The applicant should be a resident of Haryana.
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Required Documents
• Parivar Pehchan Patra Number.
• Signed Application for Grievance.

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the objective of the "Protection Against Domestic Violence" scheme?
A: The scheme &quot;Protection Against Domestic Violence&quot; by the Women and Child Development Department, Government of Haryana aims to provide redressal and support mechanisms for women affected by domestic violence.
Through this scheme, counseling, mediation, and protection-related support services are provided to women who are victims of domestic abuse.

Q: Who is eligible to apply for this scheme?
A: Any female resident of Haryana who is experiencing domestic abuse in any form, including physical, emotional, verbal, sexual, or economic violence, is eligible to receive assistance under the scheme &quot;Protection Against Domestic Violence&quot;.
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Q: Does the scheme "Protection Against Domestic Violence" apply only to married women?
A: The scheme &quot;Protection Against Domestic Violence&quot; is not limited to married women; it applies to all females in domestic relationships, including daughters, sisters, mothers, and women in live-in relationships who are subjected to violence or abuse.
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Q: What kind of benefits can a woman expect to receive through the scheme?
A: A woman availing the scheme &quot;Protection Against Domestic Violence&quot; can receive professional counseling, mediation support, legal aid, assistance in obtaining protection orders, and referrals to shelter homes or medical care depending on the circumstances.
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Q: Who is responsible for implementing the scheme "Protection Against Domestic Violence"?
A: The scheme &quot;Protection Against Domestic Violence&quot; is implemented by the Women and Child Development Department.
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Q: What is the process for applying to the "Protection Against Domestic Violence"?
A: The applicants may visit the [Antyodaya-SARAL Portal](https://saralharyana.gov.in/) to apply for the scheme.

Q: What is the offline process for applying the scheme?
A: To apply for the &quot;Protection Against Domestic Violence&quot;, the applicant may visit the nearest Atal Seva Kendra (Common Service Centre).

Q: Is there any fee applicable for applying under this scheme through Atal Seva Kendra (Common Service Centre)?
A: Yes, a nominal service fee of ₹10/- is charged by the Common Service Centre for the application.