Introduction The Hindu Marriage Act defines “Divorce as a dissolution of Marriage”. Section 13 in The Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 says that a marriage can be dissolved by a decree of divorce. Before The Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, the concept of dissolution of marriage was a little hazy as marriage is considered as an indissoluble… Continue reading Dissolution Of Hindu Marriages; Divorce under HMA, Grounds for Divorce & Landmark Cases
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Laws for Maintenance of Wife, Children and Parents under Hindu Law in India. HMA, HAMA and CrPC
Introduction The concept of the law of maintenance is an old institution that excited during ancient times as well. Maintenance is also known as spousal alimony or support. Traditionally, “Maintenance” is an amount payable by the husband to his wife who is unable to maintain herself either during the subsistence of marriage or upon separation… Continue reading Laws for Maintenance of Wife, Children and Parents under Hindu Law in India. HMA, HAMA and CrPC
Coparcenary Rights of Women under Hindu Succession (Amendment) Act, 2005
This article essentially deals with the rights of women as coparceners. Before 2005, the system of coparceners consisted exclusively of male members. The scenario changed largely after the implementation of the Hindu Succession (Amendment) Act, 2005. It further deals with the landmark cases and the current scenarios of the coparcenary rights concerning women. Introduction Much… Continue reading Coparcenary Rights of Women under Hindu Succession (Amendment) Act, 2005
Mitakshara, Dayabhaga Schools Of Hindu Family Law : Differences, History, Landmark Judgements
Introduction The Hindu Law of School is the most ancient in the world. The main purpose of its establishment was to attain salvation and fulfill everyone’s needs. It was initiated for the welfare of people. The Hindu Law of School is considered to be 6000 years old. Gradually it was replaced by modern Hindu law… Continue reading Mitakshara, Dayabhaga Schools Of Hindu Family Law : Differences, History, Landmark Judgements
Succession Under Hindu Law : HSA 1956, Ownership for Males & Females, Landmark Judgements
Introduction In Hindu society, Hindus are presumed to live together as one joint family. Members of the Hindu joint family shares everything from food to estate. Hence, it is important to understand the concept of inheritance under Hindu law. The Hindu Succession Act, 1956 deals with the laws of succession for Hindus. It applies to… Continue reading Succession Under Hindu Law : HSA 1956, Ownership for Males & Females, Landmark Judgements
Inheritance in Hindus : HSA 1956, Types of Heirs, Landmark Judgements
This article talks about the laws of succession in cases of both males and females. Introduction With the evolution of time, the concept of family has changed over the years, and giving some kind of guarantee to family members has become essential. The Joint Hindu Family is an undivided Hindu family, not just in the… Continue reading Inheritance in Hindus : HSA 1956, Types of Heirs, Landmark Judgements
Adultery under HMA : Ground for Divorce & Comparison of Adultery Laws in India and Abroad
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
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