Indian High Courts Rule Differently on Divorce Cases Involving Prolonged Separation
Two Indian high courts recently ruled on divorce cases involving prolonged separation. The Jharkhand High Court denied a man's divorce appeal, stating that separation alone does not prove desertion or cruelty, emphasizing the importance of intent and evidence. Conversely, the Patna High Court granted divorce after a 23-year separation, recognizing mutual desertion and approving the husband's offer to transfer his entire household property as alimony, marking a full settlement between the spouses.
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indianexpress broke this story on 30 Oct, 09:22 am. Other outlets followed.