This article attempts to analyze the legal sanctity of marital rape, its prevalence in India, and its shortcomings in the legal system of the country. Introduction Rape. One horrifying word that leaves people astounded and pity the victims of rape. It exposes the failure of the society to integrate and function effectually and maintain social… Continue reading Marital Rape laws in India : Section 375 IPC, Ground for Divorce, Landmark Cases
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Sushil Kumari Dang vs Prem Kumar Dang : Case Facts, Issues, Judgement & Analysis
Citation: AIR 1976 Delhi 321, 13 (1977) DLT 279 b, 1976 RLR 487 Appellant: Sushil Kumari Dang Respondent: Prem Kumar Dang Decided on: 11th February 1976 Facts The appellant Sushil Kumar was married to the respondent Prem Kumar on February 25, 1970. The husband and wife lived together till July 15, 1970. The case of… Continue reading Sushil Kumari Dang vs Prem Kumar Dang : Case Facts, Issues, Judgement & Analysis
Legal Rights Arising out of Live-in-relationships : Maintenance, Property, Legitimacy of children
Summary Live-in relationship, that is, living together as a couple without being married to each other has witnessed a drastic change in the way the present generation perceives their relationships. The legal status of live-in relationships in India is unclear, the Supreme Court has ruled that any couple living together for a long term will… Continue reading Legal Rights Arising out of Live-in-relationships : Maintenance, Property, Legitimacy of children
Same-Sex Marriage in India : Legal History, Religious beliefs, Landmark Cases & the road ahead
Introduction Marriage is considered a social and sacred institution in India. Generally, it is regarded as a male-female relationship. As society is gradually becoming more permissive, homosexual marriages are more accepted all over the world. In India, the right to marriage is considered a constitutional right and has gained importance all over the world. The… Continue reading Same-Sex Marriage in India : Legal History, Religious beliefs, Landmark Cases & the road ahead