Section 7(3) of the dowry prohibition act

7. Cognizance of offences –

(1)  x x x x x x

(2) x x x x x x

 (3) Notwithstanding anything contained in any law for the time being in force, a statement made by the person aggrieved by the offence shall not subject such person to a prosecution under this Act. 

Ins. by Act 43 of 1986, sec. 6 (w.e.f. 19-11-1986).