I filed domestic violence and dowry harassment cases. My husband convinced me to try mediation, but it didn’t work because we can’t agree on where to live. He’s in Pune, and I’m in Mumbai. He wants me to move to Pune, but I don’t want to. How much will this mediation affect my case?

Mediation in domestic violence and dowry harassment cases is encouraged but not mandatory under Indian law. As your mediation failed, it won’t significantly affect your case. The court will still consider the merits of your complaints, including your refusal to relocate to Pune, when making decisions.