Dowry Prohibition Act

The Dowry Prohibition Act, enacted in India in 1961, aims to prevent the practice of dowry, where the bride's family gives gifts or money to the groom's family as part of the marriage. This law prohibits both the giving and receiving of dowry, making it illegal. It seeks to protect women from financial exploitation and domestic violence linked to dowry demands. The Act also provides for penalties for those who violate it, including imprisonment. Its purpose is to promote gender equality and combat discrimination against women in the marriage system.