Library/DV/Section 36
Section 36Procedural

Act not in derogation of any other law

Full Text

The provisions of this Act shall be in addition to, and not in derogation of the provisions of any other law, for the time being in force.

Plain English Summary

Ensures that the provisions of the DV Act supplement and do not weaken or replace any other existing laws in force.

Key Legal Elements

  • Provisions of the Act are in addition to existing laws.
  • Provisions do not override or detract (not in derogation of) other laws in force.
  • Promotes multi-pronged legal remedies for domestic abuse.

Practical Note

Enables concurrent proceedings. A woman can file for relief under the DV Act, and simultaneously file for maintenance under CrPC 125 or file an IPC 498A complaint.

हिंदी पाठ

इस अधिनियम के प्रावधान तत्समय प्रवृत्त किसी अन्य विधि के प्रावधानों के अतिरिक्त होंगे और उनके अल्पीकरण में नहीं होंगे।