DIVORCE
Divorce is the legal ending of a marriage. It’s a complex process that untangles the legal
and financial ties between spouses
Going through a divorce can be overwhelming. At Online LegalVakil, we have
resources to help you understand your options.
Reasons for Divorce: There are many reasons couples choose divorce, such as lack
of communication, infidelity, financial problems, or simply growing apart.
Legal Process: Divorce typically involves filing a petition with the court, going through mediation or litigation to settle outstanding issues, and receiving a final decree from a judge.
Impact: Divorce can be a difficult and emotional experience for everyone involved, including children. There are resources available to help couples and families cope with the emotional and logistical challenges of divorce.
Contested Divorce:
- This occurs when spouses disagree on issues like child
custody, property division, or alimony. It can be a lengthy and emotionally charged
process.
Uncontested Divorce:
- This occurs when spouses agree on all terms of the divorce. It’s generally quicker and less expensive than a contested divorce.
No-Fault Divorce:
- This is available in some jurisdictions and allows couples to divorce without assigning blame.
Dissolution of marriage in India follows different acts
depending on the religion of the couple:</b >
- Hindus, Sikhs, Buddhists, and Jains: The Hindu
Marriage Act, 1955. - Muslims: The Dissolution of Muslim Marriage Act,
1939. - Christians:The Indian Divorce Act, 1869.
- Parsis: The Parsi Marriage and Divorce Act, 1936.
- Interfaith marriages or marriages not covered by the
above religions:</b >
The Special Marriage Act, 1954.
FAQS
- Who can ask for legal advice in Divorce?
Individuals ,who are suffering from conjugal life problems and issues
- Who can seek Divorce?
As far as divorce rules in India are concerned, divorce can be granted only on certain specified grounds like which are mentioned as follows:-- Cruelty
- If the other spouse is a drug addict
- Voluntary sexual intercourse with another person
- The other spouse being of unsound mind
- Conversion of religion by the other spouse
- Venereal disease
- Desertion or renunciation (more than 7 years)
3. What are the criteria which should be followed before divorce?
Before filing for divorce one should stay separately from either of the spouses for a period not less than 6 months to 1year.
No sexual intercourse during the separation period.
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