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Precautions before marriage in India. Why living in a rented home can protect you legally

In Indian marriages, whether arranged or love marriages, families often highlight financial status and assets while discussing the match. A recurring trend is the groom’s side showcasing wealth, especially property. Phrases like “This flat has been purchased exclusively for the couple to live in after marriage” are common during initial discussions. While this may seem […]

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Precautions to take before marriage in India, why shared wedding payments can become dowry disputes

In India, wedding expenses often involve contributions from both families. But a major issue that later appears in dowry complaints, matrimonial disputes, and divorce cases is the way these payments are handled. A common situation occurs when the bride’s family insists on transferring their share of the wedding expenses directly to the groom or his

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How to get a Copy of the FIR in False Criminal Cases: Supreme Court Guidelines Explained

If a false criminal case is filed, the accused has the right to receive a copy of the FIR. Here’s what the Supreme Court says, why FIRs are sometimes withheld, and how to apply for a copy under the Youth Bar Association judgment. Your Right to Receive an FIR Copy When a False Case Is

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Indian husband and wife discussing alimony and financial settlement before signing mutual divorce papers in a lawyer’s office

Why Alimony Should Be Decided Before Drafting Mutual Divorce Papers in India

The Common Assumption: “We Both Agreed to Separate, So There’s No Alimony” A large number of husbands believe: However, in Indian divorce proceedings, mutual consent alone does not determine whether alimony will be paid. Unless both partners have explicitly agreed on the alimony amount including “zero alimony”, it cannot be assumed. This missing conversation leads

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