Crimes against Women and the Law , with Special Emphasis on Women Empowerment, 3rd New Edn. with POCSO(Amendment) Act, 2019 with The Muslim Women (Protection of Right on Marriage) Act, 2019 (Triple Talaq) Updated 2023

Crimes against Women and the Law by Dr. Surinder Mediratta is a comprehensive and socially relevant commentary examining the legal framework addressing crimes against women in India. The book provides a structured analysis of offences affecting women, including sexual violence, domestic abuse, harassment, trafficking, and workplace misconduct, while emphasizing the broader goal of women empowerment and equality. A distinctive feature of this work is its integration of major reformative legislations, notably the POCSO (Amendment) Act, 2019, strengthening child protection laws, and the Muslim Women (Protection of Rights on Marriage) Act, 2019 (Triple Talaq), safeguarding marital and constitutional rights of Muslim women. Judicial pronouncements and policy perspectives are discussed to contextualize legislative intent and enforcement challenges. The 3rd New Edition, updated in 2023 and reprinted in 2025, reflects evolving jurisprudence, social realities, and implementation issues. Written in a clear and accessible style, the book is valuable not only for legal professionals but also for academics, policy makers, and social justice advocates working toward gender equality and protection of women’s rights.