Which one of the following statements is not true of Protection of Women from Domestic violence Act, 2005?

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The Act includes not just wives but also women in marriage-like relationships.

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This Act provides civil remedies to protect a woman subjected to domestic violence.

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Only women can make a complaint under this legislation.

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Relief may be sought only against the husband or a male live-in partner with whom the woman has lived in a domestic relationship.

1.	Which one of the following statements is not true of Protection of Women from Domestic violence Act, 2005?
A.	This Act provides civil remedies to protect a woman subjected to domestic violence.
B.	Only women can make a complaint under this legislation.
C.	Relief may be sought only against the husband or a male live-in partner with whom the woman has lived in a domestic relationship.
D.	The Act includes not just wives but also women in marriage-like relationships.
Answer» D. The Act includes not just wives but also women in marriage-like relationships.

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