Yes. A husband can seek divorce in India on the ground of mental cruelty if false, reckless, scandalous or malicious allegations by the wife make it unreasonable for him to continue the matrimonial relationship. False allegations of adultery, dowry demand, domestic violence, illegitimacy, immoral conduct, criminal behaviour, or abusive complaints to employers, police authorities and...
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Summary A husband in India is not automatically liable to pay any amount demanded as maintenance or alimony merely because a matrimonial dispute has arisen. At the same time, he cannot defeat maintenance by emotional allegations, artificial poverty, inflated liabilities or concealment of income. Indian courts decide maintenance on the basis of need, capacity, income,...
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Introduction: Fathers Are Not Legal Strangers to Their Children One of the most persistent myths in Indian matrimonial litigation is that child custody is automatically a mother’s right and that the father’s role is limited to paying school fees, maintenance and weekend expenses. That is not the law. Indian courts do not treat a child...
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Introduction: When Matrimonial Litigation Becomes Criminal Litigation Matrimonial litigation in India often begins as a marital breakdown but quickly travels into criminal law. A divorce dispute may be accompanied by allegations of cruelty, dowry demand, domestic violence, misappropriation of jewellery, economic abuse, intimidation, assault, and harassment by the husband’s family. Some complaints are genuine. Some...
Read MoreAn evidence-based, case-law-backed examination of how matrimonial litigation impacts Indian men. Divorce law in India is often described as gender-neutral. On paper, that statement is technically correct. In practice, however, matrimonial litigation frequently places Indian men at the receiving end of disproportionate financial, criminal, and procedural pressure. This article examines divorce from a men’s rights...
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🧑⚖️ Introduction Family law Family law touches every corner of our personal lives — from marriage and separation to custody battles and inheritance disputes. Whether you’re considering legal separation or facing challenges in a joint family setup, this blog is your go-to legal guide. We’ve compiled the most frequently asked questions around family law in...
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Introduction Divorce is a significant life event that impacts the entire family, especially children. How parents handle this delicate situation can greatly influence how children cope and adapt. In this comprehensive guide, we will explore nuanced strategies and insights to help parents effectively communicate and support their children through the process of divorce. Understanding Children’s...
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