Llaw for senior citizens
SHASHIDHAR A
(Querist) 29 August 2013
This query is : Resolved
Hi
Are there any laws to proctect Senior Citizens in Karnataka or are there any special provisions dedicated to them
If yes, plese send the same.
R.K Nanda
(Expert) 29 August 2013
search google.
Kumar Doab
(Expert) 29 August 2013
It is not made clear in what context the info is desired.
>However Helpline at Police Commissioner's office to be available on all days:
The Elders Helpline (toll-free number 1090)
>The NGO’s Helpline number;
http://www.helpageindia.org/our-work/eldercare/helplines.html
1800-180-1253
>Under DV Act complaint can file before protection Officer under Senior Citizen Act to protect the seniors.
>The Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act, 2007
“An act to provide for more effective provisions for the maintenance and welfare of parents and senior citizens guaranteed and recognized under the Constitution and for matters connected therewith or incidental thereof”.
48 district-level tribunals in Karnataka have been set as per some publications.
Collector can be approached.
Deputy Director of Department of Welfare of Disabled and Senior Citizens can be approached.
>The Code Of Criminal Procedure: Sec 125 provides the provision to the maintenance of the parents by their children, no matter to which religion or community they belong to.
>National Council For Older Person called Agewell Foundation by Ministry Of Justice And Empowerment.
>Indian Constitution: Art 41- Right to work, education, public assistance in certain cases. Art-46- Promotion of educational and economic interests.
Rajendra K Goyal
(Expert) 29 August 2013
Well advised by the expert Kumar Doab ji. Nothing more to add.
Raj Kumar Makkad
(Expert) 30 August 2013
Despite of your vague query, Doab has rightly addressed it.
