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What is the procedure to file for Contested Divorce in India?
Articles Mar 7, 2024 0

What is the procedure to file for Contested Divorce in India?

In accordance with the Hindu Marriage Act of 1955, a contested divorce, where one party seeks divorce without the consent of the other, can be pursued based on various grounds outlined in the Act. The process of initiating a contested divorce commences with consulting a knowledgeable divorce attorney. The individual seeking divorce must provide a […]

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Comparision of Divorce Laws in India
Articles Feb 9, 2024 0

Comparision of Divorce Laws in India

Comparison of Hindu, Muslim and Christian divorce law in India The Divorce law in India was not codified for most religions until long ago. Hindu Males were allowed unlimited polygamy till 1955, and till 1939, a Muslim Woman could not seek divorce from her husband basis their laws. Every religion is governed by its own […]

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New Rules for Divorce in India 2023
Articles Jan 24, 2024 0

New Rules for Divorce in India 2023

In 2023, India implemented substantial changes to divorce proceedings through amendments to the Hindu Marriage Act, particularly affecting the Hindu community. These modifications are noteworthy and involve expanded grounds for divorce, encompassing factors such as adultery, mental or physical cruelty, desertion, conversion, and the irretrievable breakdown of a marriage. Unlike the previous law that primarily […]

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