Journal of AdvancedMedical and Dental Sciences Research

Background: The present study was conducted to assess cases of domestic violence and its determinants in known population. Materials & Methods: The present study was conducted among 180 females. An interviewer‑based semi structured questionnaire was prepared based on the WHO multi‑country study on women’s health and domestic violence against women. Results: Age difference between women and husband was 0-4 years in 68, 5-9 years in 92, >10 years in 20. Dowry was asked and given in 94, asked and not given in 40, not asked but given in 34 and neither asked not given in 12. Choice of husband by self in 36, parents in 84 and relatives in 60. The difference was significant (P< 0.05). Physical violence was seen in 110. Emotional abuse in 34 and sexual abuse in 36 cases. The difference was significant (P< 0.05). Conclusion: Authors concluded that there was high number of domestic violence among women, hence effective steps should be taken to avoid such incidence. Key words: Domestic violence, Dowry, Physical violence.