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Under the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005, which list correctly describes the…

The Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005 allows temporary custody under section 21 and compensation on the aggrieved person’s application under section 22.…

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Under the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005, which list correctly describes the Magistrate’s powers concerning custody, compensation and ex parte relief?

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The Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005 allows temporary custody under section 21 and compensation on the aggrieved person’s application under section 22. Section 23(2) allows specified ex parte relief on her prescribed affidavit where the application makes the required prima facie showing.

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Option A

Sections 21, 22 and 23(2) respectively authorize these forms of relief subject to their conditions.

Option B

Section 21 authorizes temporary custody, rather than permanent custody.

Option C

Section 22 requires an application by the aggrieved person for compensation under that section.

Option D

Section 23(2) requires the aggrieved person’s prescribed affidavit as the basis for ex parte relief.

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