scholarly journals Domestic Violence Laws and their Legal Framework for Women in Pakistan: An Analysis

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (II) ◽  
pp. 556-569
Author(s):  
Shehla Zahoor
Keyword(s):  
Domestic Violence ◽  
Legal Framework

scholarly journals Dilemmas about the scope of the Act on Prevention of Domestic Violence from a human rights perspective

2020 ◽  
Vol 66 (4/2019) ◽  
pp. 193-206
Author(s):  
Darko Simović
Keyword(s):  
Domestic Violence ◽  
Human Rights ◽  
Legal System ◽  
Legal Framework ◽  
The Other ◽  
Effective Prevention ◽  
Other Hand ◽  
International Obligations ◽  
The Republic ◽  
The One

The adoption of the Act on Prevention of Domestic Violence was driven by the creation of a more effective legal framework for the protection of victims of domestic violence, and, therefore, also by the alignment of the legal system of the Republic of Serbia with international obligations. The main novelties include multi-sectoral cooperation and primarily preventive nature of the law. However, from its very adoption, it has been pointed to its noticeably repressive character, as well as to provisions with potentially harmful impacts. Hence, this paper represents a contribution to the discussion on the importance and scope of the solutions provided for in the Act on Prevention of Domestic Violence. On the one hand, it points to major novelties intended to contribute to a more effective prevention of domestic violence. On the other hand, it questions the constitutionality and appropriateness of some of the legal solutions, arguing that, in particular respects, the lawmaker had to use a wiser and more subtle approach to conceptualising the provisions of this law.

scholarly journals The Menace of Domestic Violence: Improving the Lives of Women in Nigeria

2016 ◽  
Vol 9 (3) ◽  
pp. 177-198
Author(s):  
Olaitan O Adeyemo ◽  
Ifeoluwayimika Bamidele
Keyword(s):  
Domestic Violence ◽  
Law Enforcement ◽  
Violence Against Women ◽  
Law Enforcement Officers ◽  
Female Gender ◽  
Legal Framework ◽  
Family Courts ◽  
Male Sex ◽  
Forms Of Violence ◽  
Abuse Of Women

The scourge of domestic violence as well as other forms of violence against women has eaten deep into the fabric of our society creating a lopsided gender balance with the female gender being the greatest victim. Violence has taken different forms ranging from sexual to physical and psychological as well as other forms. This degrades the humanity of the woman in our society. Abusive partners and perpetrators base their actions on superior nature of the male sex, religion, law, custom, economic situation, family pressure, and their behavioural pattern. It is believed that lack of a legal framework universally enforced as well as lack of trained law enforcement officers promotes the violence of women in Nigeria. A proactive legal framework, establishment of confidential and well equipped family courts, training of law enforcement officers, shelters and counselling centres can reduce the abuse of women in Nigeria and across the globe. The physical, sociological and psychological effect of violence against women is unquantifiable. To achieve a fair and balanced society, women must be valued, respected and supported and not battered either by stick or word of mouth.

scholarly journals OPTIMALIZATION OF LEGAL PROTECTION FOR FEMALE HOUSEMAIDS IN INDONESIA

2019 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 256
Author(s):  
Marzellina Hardiyanti ◽  
Ani Purwanti
Keyword(s):  
Domestic Violence ◽  
Sexual Violence ◽  
Descriptive Analysis ◽  
Legal Protection ◽  
Legal Framework ◽  
Vulnerable Groups

Housemaids are one of the most vulnerable groups to violence and unfair wage. The problem is that, in Indonesia, female comprised 90% of the housemaids, thus making them even more vulnerable. Several cases of physical, psychological, and sexual violence that happened against housemaids are due to discriminative environment. This problem is what urges for the access of justice for female housemaids in Indonesia, thus the focus of this article. The research of this article used the normative legal approach based on literature studies and descriptive analysis towards the problem. The urgency of legal protection for female housemaids in Indonesia is caused by the prevalence of domestic violence and unfair compensation. Therefore, a comprehensive and exhaustive legal framework is needed to provide a sufficient access of justice mechanism for female housemaids, such as a legislative act specified for them. Rehabilitation is also a vital mechanism, especially to housemaids who suffered from violence by providing them temporary shelters, counseling, and protection from retalitation.

CHILD VIOLENCE AGAINST PARENTS: PSYCHOLOGICAL AND PEDAGOGICAL ASPECTS AND PROBLEMS OF LEGAL REGULATIONS OF LIABILITY

2021 ◽  
Vol 3 ◽  
pp. 446-459
Author(s):  
Sanita Vanaga ◽  
Inga Pumpuriņa
Keyword(s):  
Domestic Violence ◽  
Violent Behavior ◽  
Legal Framework ◽  
Legal Regulation ◽  
Parent Child Relationship ◽  
Child Relationship ◽  
The Family ◽  
Child Violence ◽  
Descriptive Method

Domestic violence is a cycle of various harassment in which the abuser can be any member of the family. Both media and research on domestic violence focus on the behaviour of adult family members, while there is a lack of research analysing child abuse, for example against their parents. The current legal framework establishes the procedure for bringing an abusive person to justice, however, the provided sanctions do not apply to a child being violent in case the offense is not of a criminal nature. The study presents the research in two parts, the first part, indicating the psychological and pedagogical aspects of the problem, and the second - the problem of the legal regulation of liability.The aim of the study was to analyse the regulatory framework, which determines the child's responsibility in cases of child-to-parent violence, to identify the problems of the legal framework and to develop proposals for the improvement of the legal framework.The study was developed interdisciplinary, performing the analysis of national and international legal acts, analysing statistical data and research on current issues. Analytical and descriptive method, grammatical, historical, teleological and systemic interpretation methods were used in the study.As a result of the research, a number of problems were identified. These were related to the identification of a child being violent, the rights and responsibilities of the family and society in cases of escalating violence, as well as the issue of taking responsibility for the child's violence. At the same time, it was concluded that cases of violence by children to parents are difficult to identify, which may be due to the parent-child relationship and ignorance of the parent's problem, resulting in a formal determination of the child's responsibility in case of violence. In turn, the legal framework should strengthen not only the procedure of holding the children responsible for their violent behavior, but also to call for interdisciplinary prevention of violence committed by children. 

scholarly journals PANDEMIC-PLUS: THE COVID-19 LOCKDOWN AND ITS CORRELATION WITH DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

2021 ◽  
Vol 03 (02) ◽  
pp. 49-54
Author(s):  
Muhammad Danyal ◽  
◽  
Ammara Mujtaba ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Domestic Violence ◽  
Violence Against Women ◽  
Current Literature ◽  
Statistical Data ◽  
Preventive Measures ◽  
Legal Framework ◽  
Domestic Violence Against Women ◽  
And Control ◽  
Women Rights ◽  
Staying At Home

The countrywide lockdown in Pakistan was enforced on the 1st of April which lasted till the 9th of May 2020. The Punjab Unified Communication and Response (PUCAR-15) statistical data indicates that a total of 25 percent rise was observed in the cases of domestic violence during the lockdown. Therefore, it is imperative to examine the evidence, reason, and corrective measures to limit and control the domestic violence against women in Pakistan. This paper analyzes the current literature, legal framework, and necessary preventive measures to tackle the issue of domestic violence to safeguard the women staying at home. Keywords: COVID-19, Lockdown, Domestic Violence, Women rights, Pakistan

scholarly journals COMBATING GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE AS AN OBJECT OF ADMINISTRATIVE AND LEGAL REGULATION

2020 ◽  
pp. 152-160
Author(s):  
Н. Ю. Грідіна
Keyword(s):  
Domestic Violence ◽  
Legal Framework ◽  
Legal Regulation ◽  
Social Program ◽  
Field Of View ◽  
Gender Based Violence ◽  
Public Authorities ◽  
Standard Program ◽  
Gender Based ◽  
And Gender

The article proves that the prevention of gender-based violence as an object of administrative and legal regulation is a system of measures defined by law, which are carried out by the relevant authorities to stop such violence, provide assistance to victims, ensure their protection, victims receive compensation, and also ensuring proper investigation and prosecution of the perpetrators. Based on the analysis of the current legislation, it is established that the issues of combating gender-based violence are in the field of view of public authorities. The available legal framework covers the main areas of such counteraction. However, statistics that show an increase in the number of cases of gender-based violence necessitate the improvement of mechanisms for preventing and combating gender-based violence, as well as the interaction of actors in this area. It was found that in 2020, the Decree of the President of Ukraine decided to recognize the need for immediate implementation of measures aimed at protecting the rights and interests of victims of domestic violence and gender-based violence. In this regard, the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine was instructed, in particular: to develop and approve a state social program to prevent and combat domestic violence and gender-based violence until 2025; approval of a standard program for victims, as well as improvement of a standard program for offenders, providing appropriate guidelines for the implementation of such programs; ensure the development of bills aimed at establishing liability for harassment (stalking), including through the use of electronic means of communication, such as gender-based violence. The lack of effectiveness of the mechanism for preventing and combating gender-based violence and ensuring the protection of the rights of victims of such violence is emphasized, which is one of the main problems in this area and necessitates the improvement of relevant legislation.

scholarly journals The Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Domestic Violence-Psychological Consequences, the Legal Framework and its Treatment in the Republic of North Macedonia

SEEU Review ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 15 (1) ◽  
pp. 121-141
Author(s):  
Hatixhe Islami ◽  
Arta Selmani-Bakiu ◽  
Emine Zendeli ◽  
Sami Mehmeti
Keyword(s):  
Domestic Violence ◽  
Social Isolation ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Legal Framework ◽  
Physical Distance ◽  
Psychological Consequences ◽  
State Institutions ◽  
Gender And Age ◽  
The Republic ◽  
The Impact

AbstractIn this paper the authors present the psychological consequences of social isolation on domestic violence during the Covid-19 pandemic as well as the legal framework in the RNM on addressing the phenomenon of domestic violence. In this age of globalization and drive for material conformity, family life is quite difficult to cope with. This “war” for material comfort during the pandemic, has strained and stressed many families as a result of the created circumstances. Public safety measures, including physical distance and social isolation, which have also been implemented in the RNM have contributed in making family problems even more pronounced. Social distance and staying at home are very effective in reducing the transmission of Covid-19 virus, but these safeguards disrupt the routines of spouses and families. Domestic violence affects a large number of families, and it is estimated that in times of social isolation, all forms of violence have been inflicted against family members regardless of their gender and age. The most common forms of domestic violence during Covid-19 pandemic in our country are psychological, physical and economic violence. Some countries affected by Covid-19 have seen increases in levels of domestic violence, including violence against children, violence against partners, and violence against the elderly. This paper presents the results of research conducted which highlight the fact that during the Covid-19 pandemic, there has been an increase in levels of domestic violence in the Republic of North Macedonia in the first six months of 2020. The authors give their recommendations on the need for action by state institutions during the Covid-19 pandemic in order to adapt methods and circumstances towards the protection of victims of domestic violence.

Religious and worship freedom: revision of a legal framework in the context of Colombia (South America)

2020 ◽  
Vol 41 (45) ◽  
pp. 238-246
Author(s):  
Alba L. RENDON ◽  
◽  
Juan P. RODRIGUEZ ◽  
Juan M. SANCHEZ ◽  
◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Research ◽  
Domestic Violence ◽  
South America ◽  
Case Studies ◽  
Religious Beliefs ◽  
Religious Freedom ◽  
Methodological Approach ◽  
Legal Framework ◽  
Religious Violence ◽  
National Review

This document considers the elements of the international and national review of the legal framework of religious freedom and worship, in the field of qualitative research and a methodological approach to case studies, se pretende which aims to humanize the life and dignity of victims of discrimination and religious violence belonging to religious entities, organizations or foundations legally recognized. The analysis considers that there has been an increase in cases where alleged victims of domestic violence claim that they have been attacked, psychologically, verbally, intolerancia por physically, sexually or economically, due to intolerance over the manifestation of their religious beliefs, facts whose perpetrators in the greatest number of cases are members of the domestic unit, that is, they live under the same roof.

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