Section 16
Proceedings to be held in camera.
The Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005
About this Act
An Act to provide for more effective protection of the rights of women guaranteed under the Constitution who are victims of violence of any kind occurring within the family and formatters connected therewith or incidental thereto.
If the Magistrate considers that the circumstances of the
case so warrant, and if either party to the proceedings so desires, he may conduct the proceedings under
this Act in camera.