#Family Court

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A Colonial Hangover: Why Kerala HC Wants Parliament to Change Christian Divorce Laws

The Kerala HC has urged Parliament to amend the Divorce Act, 1869, to allow Christian women to file for divorce at their place of residence, citing legal disparity.

By Priya Nair · 4 hours ago

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A Piece of Paper Isn't a Vow: Why the Gujarat HC Says Registration Alone Can't Make a Hindu Marriage

The Gujarat HC has ruled that a marriage certificate alone cannot validate a Hindu marriage without essential rites like Saptapadi, curbing fraud in registrations.

By Ananya Iyer · 6 days ago