Section 7 of RPWD Act, 2016 : Section 7: Protection From Abuse, Violence And Exploitation

Explanation using Example

Consider a scenario where Mrs. Gupta, a wheelchair user, lives in an apartment complex. She has been facing harassment from a group of residents who block her access to the elevator, making derogatory comments about her disability. Mrs. Gupta's son learns about Section 7 of The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, and decides to take action.

He reports the incidents to the local Executive Magistrate, explaining that his mother has been subjected to abuse and discrimination because of her disability. The Executive Magistrate, under Section 7(3), orders immediate intervention to stop the harassment.

The Magistrate is...

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