An application for residential order shall be made by a victim of domestic violence before a
Verified Answer
A. Civil Judge (Senior Division)
B. Magistrate of the First Class
C. Family Court
D. Mediation Centre established by the High Court
Explanation:
Under the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005, an application for a protection order, including a residential order, can be made to a Judicial Magistrate of the First Class or a Metropolitan Magistrate having jurisdiction.