Family Law

Divorce proceedings in India are governed by various personal laws depending on the religion of the parties involved. The Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, applies to Hindus, Buddhists, Sikhs, and Jains, while the Indian Christian Marriage Act, 1872, and the Parsi Marriage and Divorce Act, 1936, govern Christians and Parsis respectively. For Muslims, divorce is governed by Muslim Personal Law. Common grounds for divorce under Hindu Marriage Act include: Adultery by the other spouse Cruelty (physical or mental) Desertion for a continuous period of not less than two years Conversion to...

The Crime Against Women (CAW) Cell is a specialized unit established by police departments to handle complaints related to crimes against women, including domestic violence, dowry harassment, and marital disputes. These cells provide a safe environment for women to report grievances and seek legal remedies. Common types of complaints filed in CAW Cell: Domestic violence and physical abuse Dowry harassment and demands Mental cruelty and emotional abuse Threats and intimidation Denial of basic necessities Harassment by in-laws The CAW Cell process typically involves: Initial complaint registration and documentation Counseling sessions...

The Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005, provides comprehensive protection to women against domestic violence. The Act recognizes various forms of abuse including physical, sexual, verbal, emotional, and economic abuse within domestic relationships. Key features of the Domestic Violence Act: Broad definition of domestic violence covering physical, sexual, verbal, emotional, and economic abuse Protection extends to women in live-in relationships Right to reside in the shared household Appointment of Protection Officers for assistance Provision for shelter homes and medical facilities Available remedies under the Act: Protection Order: Restrains...

Maintenance petitions are legal applications filed to seek financial support from a spouse, parent, or other family member who has a legal obligation to provide such support. In India, maintenance laws are governed by various statutes including Section 125 of the Criminal Procedure Code, personal laws, and the Domestic Violence Act. Types of maintenance applications: Interim Maintenance: Temporary financial support during pending divorce or other proceedings Permanent Maintenance: Long-term financial support after divorce or separation Child Maintenance: Financial support for minor children Elderly Parent Maintenance: Support for aged parents under...