In the year 1993, the Tamil Nadu State Commission for Women, which is a statutory body was constituted to deal with the cases related to crime against women. A chairperson and 9 members have been appointed.
The Women Commission investigates specific problems of women and takes up studies related to women issues. The Women Commission is also vested with sufficient powers to safeguard women’s rights and to ensure equality and protection for women against all forms of harassment and problems faced within the families and the community various steps are also taken by the Commission to create awareness among the public regarding the legislations related to women.
The objectives of the Commission are:-
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To provide protection and ensure welfare of women.
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To address the gender issues.
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To recommend to the Government on various issues related to women.
THE ACTIVITIES OF THE WOMEN COMMISSION
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Adherence to the Provisions and Protections provided under the Constitution and legislation for women are taken care of by the Commission.
2. Report to Government when the protective measures for women are not effectively implemented by various agencies.
3. Recommends amendments in the provisions of law when it fails to impart justice to Women.
4. Takes up issues related to violation of rights of women and follow-up action with the concerned authorities.
Women who have complaints of violation of their rights and non-implementation of their protective measures guaranteed under the Constitution of India can directly approach Women Commission for redressal.
For Further details Please contact in the address given below:
Chairperson:: Tmt. A. S. Kumari Direct Phone:: 28551155.
Address Details:
Tamil Nadu State Commission for Women
Kalas mahal,1st Floor,
Chepauk, Chennai 600005.
Phone: 044 – 28592750,044-28551155
ln exercise of the powers conferred by sub-sections (1) and (2) of Section 3 of the Tamil Nadu State Commission for Women Act, 2008, (Tamil Nadu Act 31 of 2008), the Governor of Tamil Nadu hereby constitutes the Tamil Nadu State Commission for Women and nominates the following persons as Chairperson and Members of the Commission:-
| Tmt. A. S. Kumari, No.5/9, Indrani Street, Ayyavu Colony, Aminjikarai, Chennai District | Chairperson |
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Dr. Malathi Narayanasamy,No.19/D1, Kamaraj Nagar,Salem Main Road, Uthangarai,Krishnagiri District. |
Member |
| Tmt. P. Geetha Natarajan, No.9/174, Marappagoundan Pudhur, Kavilipalayam Post, Nambiyur Taluk, Erode District. | Member |
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Tmt. P. Seethapathy, No.3E, Pangolathur Village & Post, Tindivanam Taluk, Villupuram District. |
Member |
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Tmt. M. S. K. Bhavani Rajenthiran, No.32, North Car Street, Ramanathapuram District. |
Member |
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Tmt. R. Rani, No.552, Thiruvasagamani Street, K.K. Nagar, Trichirappalli District. |
Member |
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Tmt. K. Sivagamasundari, Member of Legislative Assembly, Member |
Member |
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Tmt. M. Varalakshmi, Member of Legislative Assembly |
Member |