Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961
The Dowry Prohibition Act of 1961 represents a historic attempt by the Indian legislature to address and eliminate the dowry […]
How Should Spouses Address Sexual Needs if Not Through Each Other?
The torture or any assault, if any, is meted out not for any demand of dowry but on refusal of
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
Wife’s Threats of Suicide and False Dowry Harassment Allegations Constitute Mental Cruelty: Madras High Court
While granting a divorce to the husband, the Madras High Court recently held that a wife’s threats to commit suicide
Tolerance is Key in Marriage, but Courts Must Be Cautious of False FIRs Driven by Overreactions from the Wife’s Family: Gujarat High Court
The Gujarat High Court, while quashing an FIR filed by a woman accusing her husband and his family of dowry
What Is Streedhan As Per Law? Is It Legal In India?
In India, the concept of Streedhan holds deep cultural and legal significance, particularly under Hindu law. The term “Streedhan” is
Why do men fear dowry allegations?
Many questions related to dowry and its allegations often can be heard. It is a social evil, there is no
Dowry and It’s Origins
Understanding Dowry system (Dahej Pratha) What is Dowry? Dowry system is a practice where the bride’s family provides gifts, money,