Let’s delve into the intricate world of child custody laws in India. These laws are a delicate tapestry woven from statutory provisions and judicial decisions, all with a singular purpose: safeguarding the best interests of the child. The guiding principle underlying these laws is to prioritize the child’s physical, emotional, and psychological well-being. Landmark Cases …
The High Court of Delhi in a significant development focused on to smoothen the matrimonial litigation and issued guidelines to solve family disputes in a speedy manner. The High Court responded to an appeal filed by Smt. Sumi Mol against the judgment of Family Court. The decision was passed by the division bench comprising of …
Delhi HC directs Family courts to decide Interim Maintenance and Custody within 90 days Read More »
शब्द \’ Maintenance \’ का अर्थ है कि पति द्वारा भुजायी जाने वाली रकम, जो उसकी पत्नी द्वारा ना तो विवाह के समय और ना ही अलगाव के समय या तलाक के समय अपने आप को पालने के लिए सक्षम नहीं है। ‘Maintenance’ और \’अलीमोनी\’ शब्दों का उपयोग एक दूसरे के समानार्थी रूप में किया …
Yes, the wife\’s capability to earn is an important factor in determining maintenance to the wife in India. Under the Indian law, a wife is entitled to receive maintenance from her husband during and after the marriage in case she is unable to maintain herself. The amount of maintenance to be paid to the wife …
In India, alimony or maintenance is a legal obligation on a person to provide financial support to their spouse after separation or divorce. The amount of alimony is decided by the court, and it varies depending on factors such as the income of the parties, their lifestyle, and their respective needs. Here are some tips …
How to minimize maintenance to wife during divorce proceedings in India? Read More »
IPC 498A is a section of the Indian Penal Code that deals with cruelty towards a married woman by her husband or his relatives. Some of the common allegations made by a wife under IPC 498A include: Physical abuse and violence by the husband and his family members. Mental harassment, such as taunts, insults, and …
Most Common Allegations against Husband in IPC 498A in a CAW complaint Read More »
This article goes deep into understanding the requirement of a valid marriage for attracting an offence under Section 498A of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). As per the definition of 498A, ‘husband or relative of the husband of a woman subjecting her to cruelty, shall be liable for imprisonment for 3 years with fine.’ The …
CAN IPC 498A BE FILED IN A VOID OR INVALID MARRIAGE? Read More »
Cruelty as an act and ground under the aspects of marriage are different, we need the understand it as there is borderline difference. By this statement Mere arguments and disagreements between couples is not always amounting to cruelty it the decisive moment of realisation by one of the spouses that they have been acting which …
CRUELTY MEANING AND UNDERSTANDING AS PER HINDU MARRIAGE ACT,1955 Read More »
“Defaming Reputation of husband by leveling baseless allegations is Mental Cruelty against him for the purpose of seeking divorce” held by the Apex court. What is mental cruelty? According to Section 13(i) (a) of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, a mental cruelty is broadly defined as that moment when either party causes mental pain, agony …
Introduction In India, the Family Laws comprises a broad set of rules regarding family matters which includes marriage, divorce, adoption, inheritance etc. These laws also provide certain legally enforceable rights and duties that arise when one gives legal validation to the status of interpersonal relationships. The importance of family laws is to preserve and strengthen …
