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Registration of Marriage in India: Hindu, Muslim, Christian and Special Marriage Act
Whichever form you married in, a registered marriage certificate protects you. Here is how registration works under each law, including for NRIs.
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How Maintenance and Alimony Are Decided in India
There is no fixed formula for maintenance or alimony in India. This guide explains the laws, the factors courts consider and the role of the affidavit of assets.
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Is a Foreign Divorce Valid in India? How Indian Courts Decide
A divorce obtained abroad is not automatically valid in India. Here are the legal tests Indian courts apply and how a foreign decree can be given effect.
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Domestic Violence Act, 2005: Your Rights and How to File
A plain-language guide to the rights the Domestic Violence Act gives to women, the role of the Protection Officer and the orders a Magistrate can pass.
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NRI Divorce From Abroad: How to File or Defend a Case in India
Living abroad does not mean losing control of a marriage case in India. This guide explains jurisdiction, power of attorney, video hearings and the usual mistakes.
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Contested Divorce in India: Grounds, Process and How Long It Takes
When a spouse will not agree to a divorce, the case goes through a contested petition. Here are the grounds, the stages and what to expect.
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Mutual Consent Divorce in Delhi: Process, Documents and Timeline
What Section 13B requires, how the two motions work, and how the six-month waiting period can often be waived so the case finishes in one to two months.
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Court Marriage Procedure in Delhi: Step-by-Step Guide
A plain, step-by-step guide to marrying in Delhi under the Special Marriage Act, 1954, with the notice period, documents and what to expect on the day.