I was talking about relationships. Wife beating should not be excused but one needs to look at the circumstances and the punishment should be comparable to the offence. I would myself advise my sister to move court if her husband beat her up...but for a mere slap?? Sorry, I don't want to spoil a family for a slap.

Take it from me..if a wife moves court for a slap..she should accept willingly for a divorce and making an enemy out of a friend.

Fathima, Verbal abuse and constant naggings are also domestic abuse that affect husband's peace of mind. Just tell me what's the punishment in court of law for it.