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Discover Landmark Judgments in Family Law

Welcome to a comprehensive collection of landmark judgments that have shaped the landscape of Family Law. Our curated selection delves into pivotal cases that have influenced legal precedents and redefined the dynamics of familial relationships.

Unveiling Legal Evolution:
Each judgment is a testament to the evolving nature of Family Law. From groundbreaking decisions on marriage, divorce, child custody, alimony, to inheritance rights – these cases have left an indelible mark on how we perceive and practice family matters.

Insights Beyond Precedents:
Explore the narratives behind these judgments. Understand the circumstances, arguments, and judicial wisdom that led to their verdicts. Gain insights into the legal reasoning that has set benchmarks for resolving intricate familial disputes.

Empowering Knowledge:
Our compilation aims to empower legal professionals, students, and anyone interested in Family Law with a deeper understanding of its nuances. By studying these landmark judgments, you gain a sharper perspective on the delicate balance between tradition, justice, and societal evolution.

Guiding the Future:
As we step into an era of progressive legal reforms, these judgments continue to guide us. They inspire debates, reforms, and discussions that mold Family Law to reflect the changing needs of our society.

Your Key to Legal Milestones:
This webpage stands as your key to unlocking legal milestones that have impacted Family Law. Whether you seek to expand your legal knowledge or simply wish to explore the fascinating stories behind these judgments, we invite you to embark on this enlightening journey.

Step into the realm of legal evolution – explore the cornerstone judgments that have shaped Family Law as we know it today.

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Refusing Mutual Divorce in Failed Marriage: Unraveling the Cruelty Within

In this blog, we discuss a significant High Court judgment concerning a matrimonial appeal on the refusal of mutual divorce in a failed marriage. The case revolves around the grounds of cruelty and desertion, leading to the grant of divorce by the Family Court. The appellant, Dr. Sheeba Alex, contests the decree of divorce obtained […]

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Irretrievable Breakdown of Marriage Under Hindu Marriage Act: A High Court Judgment Analysis

In a significant ruling by the High Court of Kerala delivered on 6th July, 2023, the concept of “irretrievable breakdown of marriage” under the Hindu Marriage Act was brought to light. The case involves the petitioner, Keerthi Aravind, seeking dissolution of her marriage with Anilkumar. This blog explores the background of the case, the Family

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High Court Judgment: Custody and Education of Children Abroad

This blog discusses a recent high court judgment delivered on 01st August, 2023 in MAT.APP.(F.C.) 148/2023 concerning the custody and education of children abroad. The parents had initially agreed to send their children abroad for further studies, but disagreements emerged later. The court’s decision and the arguments presented by both the mother and father are

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Maintenance from Father-in-Law: Delhi High Court’s Recent Verdict

In a recent judgment delivered on 31stJuly 2023, the Hon’ble Delhi High Court addressed the issue of maintenance claimed by a daughter-in-law from her father-in-law under the Hindu Adoptions and Maintenance Act, 1956. The court’s decision in CM(M) 242/2020 shed light on the criteria for such claims and their applicability. Background of the Case The

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Restitution of Conjugal Rights and Maintenance: A Legal Analysis

The issue of “restitution of conjugal rights and maintenance” in marital discord cases was recently deliberated upon by the High Court of Madhya Pradesh in MISC. PETITION No. 5515 of 2022. The case involved Ajay Bansal and Smt. Rani, a married couple facing challenges in their relationship. The court had to determine whether Smt. Rani

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Maintenance from Brother-in-Law: Latest High Court Judgment

In a significant judgment by the Hon’ble High Court of Madhya Pradesh, the case of Urmila, the wife of the deceased Babulal Jain, claimed maintenance from her brother-in-law, Manohar Lal Jain. This blog post explores the legal intricacies of the case and the court’s final decision delivered on 19th of July, 2023 in CRIMINAL REVISION

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Latest Judgement on Maintenance to Wife and Children

In a significant judgment delivered on July 6, 2023, by Hon’ble Shri Justice Prem Narayan Singh in the High Court of Madhya Pradesh at Indore, the court addressed the issue of child maintenance in a matrimonial dispute. This blog post delves into the background of the case (CRIMINAL REVISION No. 2229 of 2022) and the

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Child Custody to Mother: Ensuring the Best Interest of the Child

In a recent landmark judgment, the High Court of Madhya Pradesh granted child custody to the mother, emphasizing the paramount consideration of the child’s welfare. The case of Smt. Shweta Jariya v. Upendra Jariya highlights the importance of entrusting custody to the natural guardian, the mother, when determining the child’s best interest during divorce proceedings.

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Understanding Condonation in Divorce Cases: Key Insights from a Recent Legal Case

The dissolution of a marriage through divorce can be a complex and emotionally charged process. In recent times, the legal concept of “condonation in divorce” has come into focus in a notable case, Nidhi Jain vs Ankit Jain. This case explores the significance of condonation as it pertains to acts of cruelty and the implications

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Landmark Judgment: Divorce Case Transfer Petition in Favour of Husband

In a significant ruling, the Hon’ble Supreme Court of India recently dismissed T P (C) No. 1475 of 2021, deciding the divorce case transfer petition in favour of husband (Edmond Clint Fernandes). The case involved a transfer petition filed under section 25 of the Code of Civil Procedure (CPC) by Delma Lubna Coelho, seeking the

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