The Supreme Court, while hearing a case of marital discord, emphasized that the failure of a marriage does not signify the end of life. Exercising its special powers under Article 142 of the Constitution, the Court granted the couple a divorce. Additionally, it put an end to all pending legal proceedings between them. The ruling highlights the Court’s approach in resolving matrimonial disputes with a focus on justice and closure.
The Supreme Court of India criticized a Magistrate’s issuance of bailable warrants against Alisha Berry in a domestic violence case filed by her mother-in-law under the D.V. Act. The Court deemed the warrants unnecessary and agreed to transfer the case from Delhi to Ludhiana, highlighting the quasi-criminal nature of D.V. proceedings.
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 Delhi High Court upheld that a husband must provide maintenance to his wife, regardless of her income, dismissing his claim that she was a “parasite.” The court emphasized respect for women’s sacrifices and reaffirmed legal obligations under the Hindu Marriage Act and Domestic Violence Act, highlighting the need for support against domestic abuse.
Today(11th Sept),The Supreme Court of India, during a matrimonial dispute hearing, highlighted that Section 498A of the IPC and the Domestic Violence Act have become some of the most abused laws in the country. The observation was made by Justice BR Gavai and his Bench, focusing on the misuse of these legal provisions.
