For men who don't know much about the discrimination and dehumanizing treatment by court against men.
"Legal system especially in cases related to family law, divorce, domestic violence, and maintenance, is highly misandristic"
1. One-Sided Gender Laws
Section 498A (Dowry Harassment Law) – Often criticized for being misused by some women to file false cases, leading to men and their families being arrested without evidence. The Supreme Court has acknowledged misuse and tried to limit automatic arrests, ***but the law remains in place.***
Domestic Violence Act, 2005 – Only protects women, even though men also face domestic abuse. There is no equivalent protection for men.
Maintenance (CrPC 125 & Alimony Laws) – Many men are forced to pay hefty maintenance even if the wife is capable of working, and courts rarely acknowledge financial struggles of men.
2. Courts' Bias Against Men
In child custody cases, courts overwhelmingly favor mothers, treating fathers as mere financial providers rather than equal parents.
False rape and harassment cases – Even when men are proven innocent, they suffer irreversible damage to their reputation, career, and mental health.
******False accusers rarely face serious punishment.*******
*****Not to mention you are guilty until proven innocent, and that process of proving itself is a punishment that will make the thought of commiting suicide a familiar one, and many do commit suicide*****
3. Society Treats Men as "Money Labourers & Forced Responsibility Bearers"
Men are expected to be providers while women are given choices (work or stay home). If a man refuses to provide, he is seen as irresponsible, but if a woman refuses to work, it is considered her choice.
Even in relationships and marriages, the financial burden is disproportionately on men, and the legal system reinforces this imbalance rather than ensuring fairness.
The Need for Reform
Gender-Neutral Laws – Domestic violence and sexual harassment laws should protect both men and women.
False Case Punishment – Strict punishment for those filing false cases to deter misuse of the law.
Equal Parental Rights – Fathers should have equal custody rights instead of being treated as just financial providers.
Final Thought
the courts and legal system have selectively applied morality, favoring one gender over another. While laws were initially made to protect women, they have failed to evolve in a way that ensures fairness for men. The system needs serious reform,******* but social and political resistance makes change slow.*******