Divorce is not just an emotional end but a legal beginning of a new life. In India, divorce laws differ based on religion, but the procedure generally falls into two categories.
1. Mutual Consent Divorce (The Smart Way)
If both husband and wife agree to separate, they can file for Mutual Consent Divorce under Section 13B of the Hindu Marriage Act.
Advantages:
- Fastest method (6 to 18 months).
- Less expensive and less emotional drama.
- Terms of alimony and child custody are decided amicably.
2. Contested Divorce (The Hard Way)
If one partner refuses to divorce, the other must fight in court based on specific grounds:
- Cruelty: Physical violence or mental torture.
- Desertion: Abandoning the spouse for 2+ years.
- Adultery: Voluntary sexual relations outside marriage.
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Courts often send couples to mandatory counseling/mediation to try and save the marriage. Our team helps you prepare for these sessions effectively.
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