How does section 3 of the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005 treat physical abuse and…

Section 3 expressly recognises physical abuse. It also recognises verbal and emotional abuse.

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How does section 3 of the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005 treat physical abuse and verbal abuse?

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Correct answer D

Section 3 expressly recognises physical abuse.

It also recognises verbal and emotional abuse.

Option A

The Act also expressly recognises verbal abuse as part of verbal and emotional abuse.

Option B

The Act also expressly recognises physical abuse.

Option C

Both are expressly recognised in section 3.

Option D

Section 3 lists physical abuse and verbal and emotional abuse.