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Why Marriage Registration Is Important
Articles Mar 8, 2024 0

Why Marriage Registration Is Important

Marriage certificates are not taken seriously in India, and because of this, couples who are married or are planning to get married face problems. Even though marriage registration is taken lightly in India, it is one of the most important things to be done once the rituals and the parties are over. Apart from providing […]

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Financial Planning for Divorce Litigation in India
Articles Mar 8, 2024 0

Financial Planning for Divorce Litigation in India

Financial Planning for Divorce Litigation It is said that Courts and Hospitals wipe out the whole life savings of individuals and turn a king into a pauper. We all have read in newspapers about the estimated Rs.400 crore divorce of Hrithik Roshan and now another estimated $36 Billion Divorce settlement of Jeff Bezos. However, they […]

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How to defend a False rape cases in India
Articles Mar 8, 2024 0

How to defend a False rape cases in India

The definition of rape includes forced sexual intercourse. Rape is an act of “Sexual intercourse with a woman against her will, without her consent, by coercion, misrepresentation or fraud or at a time when she has been intoxicated or duped or is of unsound mental health and in any case if she is under 18 […]

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FAQs Protection Orders in Domestic Violence Act in India
Articles Mar 7, 2024 0

FAQs Protection Orders in Domestic Violence Act in India

FAQs on Protection Order under Domestic Violence Act, 2005 The Legislature, in its wisdom, did not limit the Domestic Violence Act to punish the abuser; it can also pass orders that prevent the abuser from committing acts of domestic violence or any other act as may be specified by the Magistrate, even aiding and abetting […]

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Section 23A: Counter-Claim under Hindu Marriage Act
Articles Mar 7, 2024 0

Section 23A: Counter-Claim under Hindu Marriage Act

An Underused Provision of Hindu Marriage Act Hindu Marriage Act was passed in 1955 in which, for the first time, divorce could be granted against an erring spouse as per law. However, the Act underwent many changes, and another section, 23A, was added in 1976 vide Marriage Law (Amendment) Act 68 of 1976. The legislative […]

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What is the concept of ‘irretrievable breakdown of marriage’?
Articles Mar 7, 2024 0

What is the concept of ‘irretrievable breakdown of marriage’?

The irreversible breakdown of a marriage signifies a state where the partners can no longer maintain a harmonious or legal coexistence. This often arises due to a myriad of factors, such as the absence of mutual affection, physical separation, persistent conflicts, or instances of marital infidelity. Without specific legal provisions governing such divorce scenarios, the […]

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Steps/Procedure in Maintenance Case (125 CrPC) in India
Articles Mar 7, 2024 0

Steps/Procedure in Maintenance Case (125 CrPC) in India

Steps Involved/Procedure Followed In Maintenance Case A lot of queries are posted in groups regarding the procedure followed for various cases. More importantly, the Maintenance Case Procedure is one of the highest-queried topics on our Whatsapp groups. In this article, I have listed the steps involved in a Maintenance case. These steps are followed in […]

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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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How to Prevent Misuse of Rape Laws | FalseRape
Rape Mar 5, 2024 0

How to Prevent Misuse of Rape Laws | FalseRape

There are several reasons why men may face discrimination or injustice under laws related to rape and sexual assault. Some of these reasons include: Lack of due process: In some cases, men may not be given a fair trial or denied the opportunity to present evidence in their defence. This can happen when the legal […]

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