A young woman underwent surgery for thyroid cancer, making a full recovery. Her husband and his family learned about her medical history shortly after their wedding and left her. Can the husband’s family seek a divorce based on this revelation? What legal options are available?

Under Indian law, a husband cannot seek divorce based solely on his wife’s past medical condition. The wife’s pre-existing condition is not considered a valid ground for divorce. The wife can seek legal recourse for cruelty and harassment, as the husband’s actions constitute grounds for divorce.