Question

Who were appointed as per the amendment (July 13, 2021) of the Kerala Dowry Prohibition Rules?

• A. District Social Justice Officers
• B. District Probation Officers
• C. District Dowry Prohibition Officers (DDPOs)
• D. State level Co-ordination Committee members

Answer 1

Answer:

C. District Dowry Prohibition Officers (DDPOs)

Kerala Dowry Prohibition Rules Amendment (July 13, 2021)

• The amendment to the Kerala Dowry Prohibition Rules, effective from July 13, 2021, introduced specific appointments to enforce the prohibition of dowry in the state.
• As per this amendment, District Dowry Prohibition Officers (DDPOs) were officially appointed.
• This move aims to strengthen the implementation and monitoring of the Dowry Prohibition Act in Kerala.
• DDPOs are empowered to investigate complaints related to dowry transactions and take necessary actions.
• This appointment is a significant step in the state's efforts to eradicate the social evil of dowry.
• The Kerala Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961, prohibits the giving or taking of dowry.
• The amendment ensures that there are designated authorities at the district level to effectively carry out the provisions of the Act.
• This initiative aligns with Kerala's developmental model that emphasizes social reforms and welfare measures.
• Such appointments are crucial for the successful implementation of social legislation, a topic frequently tested in competitive exams focusing on Kerala's socio-economic and administrative landscape.