The spokesperson said the process of drafting the required guidelines and Government Order (GO) is also underway. Verified details of affected women are being collected from across the state.
The woman alleged that her husband sold jewellery worth Rs 5 lakh given to her at the time of her marriage. She also alleged being beaten up by her husband and his brothers.
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