Counterclaim in Divorce Cases Under Section 23A HMA in 2026: Respondent’s Right to Seek Divorce, Cruelty, Desertion and Adultery

Section 23A HMA allows a respondent in divorce, judicial separation or restitution proceedings to oppose the case and seek counter-relief based on the petitioner’s adultery, cruelty or desertion. Here is the 2026 procedure and strategy.

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Desertion as a Ground for Divorce in India: Section 13(1)(ib), Two-Year Rule, Evidence, Constructive Desertion & Defences

Desertion under Section 13(1)(ib) HMA requires more than two years of separate living. Learn the legal elements, evidence, constructive desertion, defences, jurisdiction and Family Court procedure.

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Contested Divorce in India: Grounds, Cruelty, Desertion, Adultery, Evidence, Procedure & Timeline

Contested divorce in India explained: Section 13 HMA grounds including cruelty, desertion and adultery, evidence, Family Court procedure, maintenance, custody and timeline.

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