Allahabad High Court Rules Hindu Marriages Need Valid Consent for Divorce

Sep 14, 2024, 09:12 PM

The Allahabad High Court has ruled that Hindu marriages are not contracts and cannot be dissolved without valid consent. The court emphasized that Hindu marriages are sacred and can only be legally dissolved in limited circumstances, based on evidence provided by both parties. This ruling underscores the sacramental nature of Hindu marriages and the stringent requirements for divorce within this context.