Section 14 of the HMA | Divorce Within 1 Year Allowed Only with Court’s Prior Permission
The statutory mandate under Section 14 of the HMA serves a crucial purpose in discouraging hasty dissolution of marriages and […]
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Supreme Court flags legal misuse as wife withdraws mutual divorce for DV case
The Court quashed the wife’s complaint, saying that the allegations were vague. The Supreme Court recently dismissed a domestic violence
Orissa High Court Grants Divorce to Man After Wife Lodges 45 FIRs Against Him and His Family
“The repeated threat of suicide or violence is not merely misconduct; it is an insidious form of emotional blackmail and
Bombay High Court: Suicide Threats & Attempts Are Cruelty, Grounds for Divorce
The Bombay High Court ruled that a spouse’s suicide threats or attempts constitute cruelty and can be grounds for divorce
Government Eases Family Pension Rules for Divorced and Separated Women
The government has revised family pension rules, allowing divorced and separated daughters to claim their deceased father’s pension directly, enhancing
Delhi High Court: Family Court Must Differ from Civil Cases, Allows Wife’s Reply in Divorce Plea
The Delhi High Court was considering a Petition against an order of the Family Court whereby the Petitioner’s right to
Punjab & Haryana High Court Affirms Husband’s Divorce Decree Against Wife for Forcing Separation from His Parents
The Punjab & Haryana High Court upheld the divorce decree granted to the husband on the grounds of cruelty, noting
Should an adulterer be made a party in a divorce case between a husband and wife? Madras High Court
“Some Judges have taken the view that it will amount to invading the privacy of the third party. We do
Gujarat High Court: No Restriction on Filing Joint Petition Under Sections 12 & 13 of Hindu Marriage Act for Divorce and Marriage Nullity Declaration
The Gujarat High Court was considering a Civil Revision Application challenging the order passed by the Family Court. The Gujarat
Divorce as a Growing Industry in India: A Societal Concern
In recent years, the increasing prevalence of divorce in India has emerged as a significant societal concern. Traditionally, marriage in
Main Causes of Rising Divorce Rates in India?: A Societal Concern
In recent years, Rising divorce rates in India has emerged as a significant societal concern. Traditionally, marriage in India has
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
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.
Muslim Personal Law (Shariat) Application Act, 1937
Muslim Personal Law (MPL) is the guiding force for personal matters among Muslims, encompassing crucial aspects such as marriage, divorce,
Ministry of Law and Justice: Notaries Are Prohibited from Executing Marriage or Divorce Deeds
The Union Ministry of Law and Justice has instructed all Notaries to refrain from executing marriage and divorce deeds, as
Quarrel Between Sister-In-Law and Brother’s Wife Not Cruelty: Rajasthan High Court
The Rajasthan High Court upheld a 22-year-old Sessions Court order stating that a sister-in-law calling her brother’s wife to her
P&H High Court: Social Media Evidence Admissible in Adultery-Related Maintenance Cases
The Punjab and Haryana High Court has set a significant precedent by ruling that social media evidence can be considered
Lawyers Will Profit: Chief Justice’s Divorce Advice to Woman Seeking Consent
Chief Justice DY Chandrachud asked the woman about her educational qualifications. When the woman replied she holds an MTech and
Allahabad High Court Affirms Family Court’s Decision to Seek Expert Opinion on Wife’s Mental Health During Evidence Stage of Divorce Proceedings
Allahabad High Court directed for constitution of a team of doctors by the CMO within a period of one week
7 signs a woman isn’t a honest person, according to psychology
Honesty is a fundamental component of building and maintaining trust in personal and professional relationships. However, recognizing dishonesty can be
Allahabad High Court Rules That Wife’s Compulsion for Husband to Live in Separate Room Constitutes Cruelty
The Allahabad High Court recently noted that when a wife refuses to live with her husband and compels him live