Q1. How can I file a petition in the Commission?

Petitions can be submitted to the Commission on white paper, either written or typed giving the full postal addresses of the petitioner and respondents.

Q2. Is it necessary to affix court fee stamp in the petition submitted?

There is no need for affixing court fee stamp or remitting fee for filing a petition with the Commission.

Q3. What is the number of copies of the petition to be submitted?

Copies of the petition to be submitted depend on the number of addresses of respondents.

Q4. Is it necessary to have the legal assistance of an advocate for filing the petition?

Service of an advocate is not entertained for filing a petition in the commission.

Q5. Can I approach the Commission for getting solution in a civil case?

No. Petitions having a civil nature are not considered in the Commission.

Q6. Are petitions by men accepted in the Commission?

In exceptional cases, petitions by men for family re-union are accepted in the Commission.

Q7. Is petitions not involving harassment of women or any issues related to women entertained in the Commission?

No. Such general petitions not involving any issue of women are not entertained in the Commission.

Q8. Is the Commission providing legal aid to the affected women ?

Yes.

Q9. Is the Commission providing financial assistance for conducting DNA test to solve disputed paternity?

Yes.
Q10. What are the formalities to be satisfied for conducting DNA tests at the expense of the Commission?

Q11. Is there any provision for counseling in the Women's Commission?

The Commission is providing the services of counselors at its office and in the course of its petition redressal activities conducted at various districts.

Q12. Is the Commission providing financial assistance to women in distress ?

Yes, the Commission provides financial assistance to women in distress.

Q13. Is the Commission providing shelter to women ?

Yes.