The Madhya Pradesh High Court ruled that an adult woman has the right to live with a married man if she chooses. The Bench said, “This Court cannot pontificate on matters relating to morality.”
The Chhattisgarh High Court dismissed bigamy charges against a woman, clarifying that Section 494 IPC only applies to individuals who remarry while already having a spouse. The court ruled the second wife cannot be prosecuted as she married without knowledge of the husband’s prior marriage, emphasizing that responsibility lies with those knowingly committing bigamy.
The Madras High Court ruled that Muslim women can claim damages from bigamous husbands, recognizing such actions as domestic violence. It clarified that if a woman disputes triple talaq, the man must seek judicial validation. The court emphasized only state-established courts can adjudicate on divorce matters, rejecting Shariat councils’ authority.
The Supreme Court is set to review whether alimony can be awarded when a marriage is declared void under the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955. Conflicting judgments have led to this matter being referred to a larger bench by a Division Bench of Justices Vikram Nath and PB Varale. The issue will be resolved by a three-judge Bench of the Supreme Court.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court ruled against providing protection to married individuals seeking live-in relationships, citing the promotion of bigamy and undermining the rights of spouses and children. The court emphasized the significance of marriage and family as fundamental social institutions and criticized the petitioners for tarnishing their families’ reputations.
The Jharkhand High Court upheld the dismissal of a married police constable for being in a live-in relationship with a woman other than his wife. Despite his acquittal in a rape case filed by his live-in partner, the Court ruled that his behavior violated service rules and warranted dismissal. The case underscores the strict standards for police personnel.
It also serves as a cautionary tale about the potential pitfalls of online matchmaking platforms. The Bombay High Court has denied anticipatory bail to a man accused of marrying at least five women and engaging in fraudulent activities. This case highlights the complexities of matrimonial fraud and the legal system’s response to such allegations. Also […]
In a significant ruling, the Delhi High Court, presided over by Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma, clarified that the absence of a law criminalizing adultery does not provide a free pass to engage in bigamy. This statement comes in the context of a legal landscape where adultery is no longer a criminal offense in India. Also […]
