Grounds for Divorce under the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955: A Comprehensive Guide
Introduction Marriage under Hindu law is a sacrament, but the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 (HMA) recognizes divorce (तलाक) as a legal remedy when marriage breaks down irreparably. Statutory Legal Provisions for Divorce The Hindu Marriage Act provides divorce grounds under: Section 13(1) — Grounds for Husband and Wife Section 13(2) — Special Grounds for Wife…