The Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961 is a crucial social welfare legislation enacted to prohibit the giving or taking of dowry and to curb the social evil of dowry-related harassment and exploitation. This 2025 updated edition, published by Law & Justice Publishing Co., presents the Bare Act with comments, offering a clear and authoritative understanding of the law aimed at protecting the dignity and rights of women.
The Act defines dowry, prescribes penalties for demanding, giving, or abetting dowry, and provides for confiscation of dowry articles for the benefit of the woman. It operates alongside provisions of criminal and family law to address dowry-related offences and ensure effective enforcement.
This edition is fully updated with amendments introduced by the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act, 2019, ensuring uniform applicability across India. It also includes State Amendments and the Dowry Prohibition (Maintenance of Lists of Presents to the Bride and Bridegroom) Rules, 1985, which lay down procedural requirements for transparency and compliance. The inclusion of Supreme Court guidelines and landmark judgments enhances interpretative clarity and practical application.
Designed for clarity and ease of reference, this volume is an essential resource for criminal law practitioners, family law advocates, judges, law students, judicial aspirants, social workers, and academicians.
Key Highlights
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Bare Act with Comments
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Latest 2025 Edition
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Covers:
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Updated with:
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Includes:
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Key focus areas:
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Definition and scope of dowry
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Prohibition on giving, taking, and demanding dowry
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Penalties and offences under the Act
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Protection of women’s rights
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Along with:
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Supreme Court Guidelines
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Landmark Judgments
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Clear, concise, and practitioner-friendly layout
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Ideal for criminal justice practice, family law matters, and academic study
