Under our law, a person is guilty of Assault in the First. Text for H.R.9051 118th Congress (20232024): Compassionate Assault Response and Empathy Act of 2024.Domestic violence is handled through the courts as a "family offense. There are legal provisions and several laws to protect women and enable them to take action against harassment. When the Indian Penal Code (45 of 1860), was amended in 1983, Section 498A was inserted. Section 498A deals with 'Matrimonial Cruelty' perpetrated on a woman. Learned counsel for petitioner submitted that no offence under IPC is made out in this case. 5. Violence Against Women 1–205. Slut-shaming is the practice of criticizing people who violate expectations of behavior and appearance regarding issues related to sexuality. Women who encountered domestic violence have been arrested for self-defense.