Elder Abuse Prevention — Amendments

Amendment	Year	Description	Impact
Proposed Amendment to MWPSC Act, 2007	2019 (Bill introduced, lapsed)	The Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens (Amendment) Bill, 2019, sought to broaden the definition of 'maintenance' to include healthcare, safety, and security, remove the cap on maintenance amount, expand the definition of 'children' to include adoptive children and step-children, and specify duties of care-homes. It also proposed a nodal officer for senior citizens in every police station and district.	Had it passed, this amendment would have significantly strengthened the legal framework, making it more comprehensive and responsive to the evolving needs and challenges faced by senior citizens. It aimed to address key implementation gaps and enhance the protective scope of the original Act, particularly concerning financial security and the quality of care in institutions. The lapse of the bill highlights the ongoing need for legislative reform in this area.