My husband filed for divorce in 2015, citing Section 9 of the law. After receiving this notice, I filed a case under Section 498A for domestic violence and also sought maintenance for myself. He had been pressuring me for dowry, demanding a car, land, and gold for my younger sister. He’s shown no interest in me or our relationship, and our love life is nonexistent. He wants a son, and we have a daughter. I’ve realized my child isn’t safe with him and his family. I’ve tried talking to his parents, but he’s never been supportive. Heâ€™s constantly dodged my questions about our future. Then, on my daughter’s first birthday, he came with his parents and some strangers. He caused a scene, using vulgar language, and falsely accused me of having inappropriate relationships, even involving my father. I’ve decided I can’t stay with him and am now living with my parents. I’ve been here since my pregnancy. I have proof to support my case, though initially I hoped he was innocent. Now, I realize he’s part of the problem. It’s too late, but I’ve taken precautions. I bought a new phone and started recording conversations.

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9 months ago

Law Forum › Category: Civil › My husband filed for divorce in 2015, citing Section 9 of the law. After receiving this notice, I filed a case under Section 498A for domestic violence and also sought maintenance for myself. He had been pressuring me for dowry, demanding a car, land, and gold for my younger sister. He’s shown no interest in me or our relationship, and our love life is nonexistent. He wants a son, and we have a daughter. I’ve realized my child isn’t safe with him and his family. I’ve tried talking to his parents, but he’s never been supportive. Heâ€™s constantly dodged my questions about our future. Then, on my daughter’s first birthday, he came with his parents and some strangers. He caused a scene, using vulgar language, and falsely accused me of having inappropriate relationships, even involving my father. I’ve decided I can’t stay with him and am now living with my parents. I’ve been here since my pregnancy. I have proof to support my case, though initially I hoped he was innocent. Now, I realize he’s part of the problem. It’s too late, but I’ve taken precautions. I bought a new phone and started recording conversations.

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Apni Law Staff asked 9 months ago

My husband filed for divorce in 2015, citing Section 9 of the law. After receiving this notice, I filed a case under Section 498A for domestic violence and also sought maintenance for myself. He had been pressuring me for dowry, demanding a car, land, and gold for my younger sister. He’s shown no interest in me or our relationship, and our love life is nonexistent. He wants a son, and we have a daughter. I’ve realized my child isn’t safe with him and his family. I’ve tried talking to his parents, but he’s never been supportive. Heâ€™s constantly dodged my questions about our future. Then, on my daughter’s first birthday, he came with his parents and some strangers. He caused a scene, using vulgar language, and falsely accused me of having inappropriate relationships, even involving my father. I’ve decided I can’t stay with him and am now living with my parents. I’ve been here since my pregnancy. I have proof to support my case, though initially I hoped he was innocent. Now, I realize he’s part of the problem. It’s too late, but I’ve taken precautions. I bought a new phone and started recording conversations.

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Apni Law Staff answered 9 months ago

Based on your situation, you have grounds for divorce under Indian law. Your husband’s actions, including dowry demands, violence, and false accusations, constitute grounds for divorce under Section 13 of the Hindu Marriage Act, particularly under cruelty and adultery clauses. Your case under Section 498A for domestic violence also strengthens your claim.