Introduction Under matrimonial offenses, adultery is regarded as the most common ground. Under Shastri law, adultery was condemned even though divorce was not recognized. Adultery is an act where a married person is having sexual intercourse with a person of opposite gender other than the wife or husband of the person. Sexual intercourse must be… Continue reading Adultery under HMA : Ground for Divorce & Comparison of Adultery Laws in India and Abroad
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Honour Killing in India : History, Legal Stand & Landmark cases
This article analyses the hidden dark side of Indian society. It emphasizes several cases of honour killing and the factors associated with them. Furthermore, it talks about the relevant legislation and the various measures taken by the government for the protection of the individual. Introduction Indian society is multi-religious and culturally diverse. Bhagavad Gita, The… Continue reading Honour Killing in India : History, Legal Stand & Landmark cases
Guardianship in India under Hindu, Islamic, Christian and Parsi laws
Introduction The concept of guardianship in India is a very old concept. The objective of guardianship may vary according to the different personal laws but its existence was always mentioned in Shastras as well as Quran. Under Hindu law, the concept of guardianship is covered under the legal framework of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955,… Continue reading Guardianship in India under Hindu, Islamic, Christian and Parsi laws
Changing Rights Of Women under Hindu Law : Marriage, Property and Adoption
Summary The article examines the evolution of the rights of women in Hindu Law with special reference to the Hindu Succession Act. The article briefly deals with the Rights of a Hindu woman with respect to marriage, divorce laws and the law of adoption. Introduction Gender inequality in India manifests itself in a variety of… Continue reading Changing Rights Of Women under Hindu Law : Marriage, Property and Adoption
Cruelty in Hindu Law for Men & Women : Ground For Divorce, Section 13 HMA, 498A IPC
Introduction Marriage in Hindus is believed to be one of the necessary religious rites for all Hindus. According to the ancient texts, a man is incomplete without performing the religious rites of marriage. Marriage is considered a sacramental institution and an indissoluble union in Hindu society. The concept of divorce was introduced in the Hindu… Continue reading Cruelty in Hindu Law for Men & Women : Ground For Divorce, Section 13 HMA, 498A IPC
Bigamy in India : Law, Charges under IPC, Defences & existence in Hindu, Muslim Personal Laws
This article talks about the fraudulent use of bigamy and the repercussion of this heinous practice in India. Introduction In Indian culture, marriage has been recognized as a pure sacrament between two individuals who join their hands and promise each other to remain with each other till the end of their lives. In some situations… Continue reading Bigamy in India : Law, Charges under IPC, Defences & existence in Hindu, Muslim Personal Laws
Karta in a Hindu Joint Family : Powers, Responsibilities & Liabilities
This article talks about the powers, responsibilities, and liabilities of the Karta and how with changing times, female Kartas need to be recognized in the Hindu Joint Family. “A Leader is the one who knows the way, goes the way, and shows the way” – John C. Maxwell Introduction A Hindu co-coparcenary is an association… Continue reading Karta in a Hindu Joint Family : Powers, Responsibilities & Liabilities
Domestic Violence Laws in India & relevance in today’s time
This article focuses on domestic violence laws in India. It talks about the women and men movement for the protection of their rights. Further, the author has tried to cover both aspects of domestic violence pertaining to males and females. Introduction In India, domestic violence has always been discussed in relation to women. However, due… Continue reading Domestic Violence Laws in India & relevance in today’s time
Partition & Reunion of property under Hindu Succession Act, 1956 : Essentials, Types and Modes
An overview of partition and reunion of property under The Hindu Succession Act, 1956. Introduction “Partition is after all only an old fortress of crumbled masonry – held together with the plaster of fiction.” The Hindu Succession Act, 1956. This Act lays down the laws that govern succession and inheritance of property among Hindus. It… Continue reading Partition & Reunion of property under Hindu Succession Act, 1956 : Essentials, Types and Modes
Surrogacy Laws in India : Analysis of Regulation Bill 2016, 2019 and 2020; Landmark Judgements
Introduction According to the Indian National Guidelines for regulations of IVF clinic, Surrogacy means an arrangement in which a woman agrees to carry a pregnancy that is genetically unrelated to her and her husband, to carry it to term and hand over the child to the genetic parents for whom she is acting as a… Continue reading Surrogacy Laws in India : Analysis of Regulation Bill 2016, 2019 and 2020; Landmark Judgements