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Family & Marriage

Simple explanations of laws on marriage, divorce, maintenance, inheritance, and domestic issues.

What is Domestic Violence?

Domestic violence includes physical, emotional, sexual, or economic abuse in a family or marriage.

  • File a complaint at nearest police station.
  • Approach a Protection Officer or Magistrate.
  • Get protection order, residence order, or maintenance.

Reference: Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005

How to File for Divorce?

Divorce can be mutual consent or contested, governed by personal laws or Special Marriage Act.

  • Mutual consent: Both agree → file joint petition.
  • Contested: One party files on grounds like cruelty/adultery.
  • Waiting period: 6-18 months depending on type.

Reference: Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 (example)