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Rights of Spouse in Case of Adultery in India Adultery deeply affects marital relationships and often leads to emotional, social, and financial consequences. Although adultery is no longer a criminal offence in India, it continues to have important legal implications under family law. A spouse affected by adultery has several legal rights and remedies. This article explains those rights in …

Is Adultery a Ground for Divorce in India? Legal Position Adultery seriously affects the foundation of marriage by breaking trust and emotional bonding between spouses. Although adultery is no longer a criminal offence in India, it continues to have important consequences under family law. Many people are confused about whether adultery can still be used as a ground for divorce …

Adultery in India: Law Before and After Decriminalization Adultery has long been a controversial subject in Indian society and law. It involves moral, social, and legal dimensions affecting marriage and family life. In 2018, the Supreme Court of India decriminalized adultery by striking down Section 497 of the Indian Penal Code. This judgment brought a major shift in criminal and …

Karta of a Hindu Joint Family: Powers, Duties and Liabilities The Karta is the head and manager of a Hindu Joint Family. He or she occupies a unique position and plays a central role in managing joint family property and affairs. 📚 Introduction Under Hindu law, the Karta represents the family in legal, social, and financial matters. His position is …

Hindu Undivided Family (HUF): Meaning, Formation and Status Hindu Undivided Family (HUF) is a unique institution under Hindu law that combines family relations with joint ownership of property. It plays an important role in matters of inheritance, taxation, and management of family assets. 📚 Introduction The concept of HUF is closely connected with Hindu Joint Family and coparcenary. It is …

Coparcenary Under Hindu Law: Meaning, Members and Rights Coparcenary is a fundamental concept under Hindu law relating to joint family property and inheritance. It determines who has rights in ancestral property and how such property is managed and divided. 📚 Introduction Questions relating to coparcenary frequently appear in judicial service examinations. A clear understanding of its meaning, composition, and legal …

Mitakshara vs Dayabhaga: Key Differences Explained Mitakshara and Dayabhaga are the two principal schools of Hindu law governing matters of inheritance, succession, and joint family property. Understanding their differences is essential for law students and judiciary aspirants. 📚 Introduction The rules relating to property, coparcenary, and succession under Hindu law differ according to the Mitakshara and Dayabhaga schools. Questions based …

📘 Hindu Joint Family and Coparcenary Under Hindu Law Explained Hindu Law for RJS, DJS, PCS (J) and other Law Exams 📚 Introduction The concept of Hindu Joint Family occupies a central place in Hindu law and forms the foundation for understanding coparcenary, succession, partition, and management of family property. Questions relating to Hindu Joint Family, coparcenary rights, and the …