BEHIND CLOSED DOORS: CONFRONTING THE REALITY OF DOMESTIC ABUSE.

Domestic Violence profoundly impacts women's health and well-being, a universally acknowledged reality. This study aims to assess the occurrence, characteristics, and consequences of domestic Violence among married women. In India, Violence against women is entrenched in societal norms and economic dependence, manifesting in female feticide, domestic Violence, sexual harassment, and various gender-based abuses experienced by girls and women. Wife battering not only affects the well-being of abused women but also that of their children. Despite progress in female participation and legal amendments, India still faces a significant journey towards ensuring equal citizenship for women. Many women endure violent treatment by intimate partners in our society, often suffering in silence. In extreme cases, domestic violence results in fatalities. This paper explores the meaning, causes, types, and after-effects of domestic Violence on abused women. It also delves into managing this threat and scrutinizes the roles of social workers, professionals, and voluntary organizations in intervening for affected individuals. In conclusion, recommendations are presented to eliminate this societal menace. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]