7 Indian laws every woman should be aware of

As per Section 46, no woman shall be arrested after sunset or before sunrise. Exceptions can be made, but only after permission from the first-class judicial magistrate. 

The Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace Act (PoSH) allows women to file complaints against any form of sexual harassment and requires businesses to take action legally.

In a legal process involving a woman, any medical examination must be performed by or in the presence of another woman. This is to ensure the woman's right to dignity and decency. 

The Equal Remuneration Act provides equal payments to men and women workers for the same work. Its objective is to diminish gender wage differences and promote workplace fairness. 

Under Section 354D of IPC, stalking is a serious offense in India and carries imprisonment. It allows women to file complaints against repeated interactions or electronic stalking. 

The Maternity Benefit Act 1961, amended in 2017, grants 26 weeks of paid maternity leave to women, ensuring the proper health and safety of the mother and the newborn. 

Under Section 12 of the Legal Services Authorities Act, women are entitled to the right to free legal aid. This ensures that women receive legal assistance during difficult times.