THE DIVORCE ACT, 1869 BARE ACT ENGLISH EDITION 2025
The Divorce Act, 1869 is a law that governs divorce and related matrimonial matters for Christians in India. It outlines the grounds for divorce, the process of obtaining a divorce, and related issues like alimony, custody, and property division. The Act empowers courts to grant or deny divorce based on evidence presented and to make orders regarding alimony and other financial matters.
The Divorce Act, 1869 is a law that governs divorce and related matrimonial matters for Christians in India. It outlines the grounds for divorce, the process of obtaining a divorce, and related issues like alimony, custody, and property division. The Act empowers courts to grant or deny divorce based on evidence presented and to make orders regarding alimony and other financial matters.
Key aspects of the Divorce Act, 1869:
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Applicability:The Act applies to Christians in India and is a personal law governing their divorce and related proceedings.
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Grounds for Divorce:The Act specifies the grounds on which a divorce can be sought, including adultery, cruelty, and desertion.
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Matrimonial Relief:It provides for various forms of matrimonial relief, including divorce, judicial separation, and nullity of marriage.
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Financial Matters:The Act addresses alimony and maintenance, allowing courts to order one party to pay support to the other.
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Custody and Property:It also deals with child custody and the division of assets acquired
