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
Month: October 2021
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