Supreme Court mandates compulsory compensation for sexual assault victims
The Court was hearing a bail plea filed by a man convicted for rape and sexual assault under various provisions […]
Madras High Court: Second Marriage by Muslim Man Deemed Cruelty to First Wife
Although the husband, a Muslim, is permitted to enter into a second marriage, the Court held that he must still
Hindu Adoption and Maintenance Act (1956): A Comprehensive Guide
The Hindu Adoption and Maintenance Act (HAMA) of 1956 is a landmark legislation governing adoption and maintenance rights within Hindu
Domestic Violence Act Aims for Quick Relief, But Cases Still Drag On: Supreme Court
On Monday (November 4), the Supreme Court raised concerns about the slow progress of cases under the Protection of Women
Kerala High Court Dismisses Criminal Case Against Woman’s Partner, Declares Marriage Not Legal in Cruelty Allegation
Based on this, the Court observed that an essential ingredient to attract an offence under Section 498A of the IPC
Andhra Pradesh High Court: Marriage Does Not Displace Daughter’s Role in Parents Family
The Court criticised a 1999 State policy that extended different treatment to sons and daughters when it came to compassionate
Children from invalid marriages cannot be denied birth registration, rules Himachal Pradesh High Court
Justice Jyotsna Rewal Dua observed that such children are living beings and the same needs to be acknowledged in law.
Punjab and Haryana High Court: Husband Obligated to Support Child Even if Wife is Financially Independent
Even when the mother is working, it does not mean the father will be absolved from taking responsibility for the
Allahabad HC: Court Must Decide on Allegation of Adultery Against Wife Before Granting Maintenance Under Section 125 CrPC
The Allahabad High Court ruled that if a clear allegation of adultery is made against the wife, the court must
Power of Attorney: Meaning, Types, How and Why to Set One Up
What Is a Power of Attorney (POA)? A Power of Attorney (POA) is a legal document that gives one person,
Allahabad High Court: Courts Should Avoid Examining Couples Private Lives Unless Severe Cruelty is Proven
The Court was dealing with an appeal moved by a woman against grant of divorce in the case initiated by
Domestic Violence Act: A Comprehensive Overview
The Domestic Violence Act (DV Act), also known as the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act of 2005, is a landmark
Supreme Court Urges Lawyers to Show Humanity in Cross-Examination of Minor POCSO Victim
After noting that the minor victim was put through around 150 questions during cross-examination, the Court urged lawyers to be
Hindu Succession Act, 1956
The Hindu Succession Act of 1956 is a landmark legislation in India that governs the succession and inheritance of property among
Delhi High Court rejects husband’s request for wife’s gender test
The man claimed that his wife was a transgender person and that she could not file a domestic violence case
Wife’s Right to Reside in Shared Household Under DV Act is Not Absolute
The Delhi High Court ruled on Monday that a wife’s right to reside in the shared household under the Protection
Family Courts Not to Require Spouses Physical Presence for Initial Petition Filing and Future Hearings
The Madras High Court has directed Family Courts not to require the physical presence of spouses when submitting a petition
Calling a husband ‘Hijda’ constitutes cruelty, rules Punjab and Haryana High Court
The Court was hearing an appeal moved by a wife whose husband’s divorce plea was allowed by the family court
Bombay High Court Upholds Muslim Men’s Right to Register Multiple Marriages
The Court stated that the Maharashtra Regulation of Marriage Bureaus and Registration of Marriages Act does not bar Muslim men
Hindu Marriage Act (HMA), 1955: An In-Depth Analysis
The Hindu Marriage Act of 1955 is a cornerstone of Indian family law governing marriage, divorce, alimony, and remarriage among Hindus.
Bombay High Court Rules Out Implicating Husband’s Niece in Domestic Violence Case
A bench of Justice Bharati Dangre and Justice Manjusha Deshpande was hearing a petition filed by Pragati Kapoor, the niece