National Commission for Women Report 2024: Uttar Pradesh Tops in Complaints
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Complaints in 2024 | 12,648 complaints received by NCW. |
| Top States for Complaints | Uttar Pradesh (6,492), Delhi (1,119), Maharashtra (764). |
| Other States | Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, Haryana, Rajasthan, West Bengal. |
| Complaint Categories | Right to Dignity (3,567), Domestic Violence (3,213), Dowry Harassment (1,963), Molestation (821), Police Apathy (524), Rape/Attempted Rape (658). |
| Manipur Complaints (2023) | 6 complaints recorded amidst ethnic violence and crimes against women. |
| NCW Establishment | Established in January 1992 under the National Commission for Women Act, 1990. |
| NCW Objective | Advise government on policy matters affecting women, represent women's rights, and address issues like dowry, harassment, and equal representation. |
| NCW Functions | Investigates complaints from women victims of violence, discrimination, and deprivation of rights. |