Any marriage solemnised, whether before or after the commencement of this Act, may, on a petition presented by either the husband or the wife, be dissolved by a decree of divorce on the ground that the other party has, after the solemnisation of the marriage, had voluntary sexual intercourse with any person other than his or her spouse; or has ...

According to Section 13(1)(ii) of the Act, any person who has ceased to be a Hindu by converting to any other religion, after the solemnization of marriage, then the other party to the marriage can file for a suit for divorce under this Act to the appropriate court of law.

Jan 10, 2025 · Divorce by Mutual Consent is a provision under Section 13B of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 that allows a married couple to seek divorce without needing to prove any fault or ground for dissolution of marriage, provided both spouses agree to the decision.

Dec 12, 2023 · Section 13 of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, outlines the conditions for divorce within Hindu marriages. It allows either the husband or the wife to file a petition for divorce, and certain conditions must be met to obtain a decree of divorce.

Section 13 of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, marks a critical juncture in personal law, detailing specific grounds upon which a Hindu marriage can be dissolved. This provision embodies the legal recognition of various circumstances under which couples can seek divorce, reflecting a blend of traditional values and modern legal principles.

Dec 16, 2024 · Section 13 lays down the grounds for divorce available to either party in a Hindu marriage. These grounds are rooted in the fault theory of divorce, which stipulates that a party must prove matrimonial misconduct or inability to fulfil …

May 27, 2024 · Historically, within Hindu Dharma Shastra, marriage was seen as a sacred and indissoluble bond, with no provisions for divorce until the enactment of the Hindu Marriage Act in 1955. This Act, introduced grounds for divorce under Section 13, allows parties to petition a competent court for a divorce decree.

Jul 13, 2023 · According to the Arthashastra, marriage can end if dissolved by mutual consent and should be unapproved marriage. But Manu does not believe in the concept of dissolution. According to Manu the only way to end the marriage is the death of one of the spouses.

Dec 19, 2024 · Section 13 of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, outlines the grounds for divorce available to either party in a Hindu marriage. This provision is rooted in the fault theory of divorce, which requires one spouse to prove matrimonial misconduct or the inability of the other to fulfill marital obligations.

Aug 2, 2024 · This article attempts to provide detailed analysis of Section 13 of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955. It discusses the recent developments in the arena of divorce by mutual consent. It also provides the latest interpretations and case laws on the grounds of divorce.