Reading: I got married in 2001. A few years later, in 2003, some issues arose between us leading to separation. When I tried to seek a divorce, my wife was unwilling to cooperate. Even after involving family members to help resolve the matter, she refused to reconcile. I sent her a notice seeking restoration of marital rights, but she ignored it. In 2007, I remarried without a divorce. Now, after almost 16 years, should I still pursue a divorce? Is it possible to get a divorce after such a long time? Please provide guidance.

I got married in 2001. A few years later, in 2003, some issues arose between us leading to separation. When I tried to seek a divorce, my wife was unwilling to cooperate. Even after involving family members to help resolve the matter, she refused to reconcile. I sent her a notice seeking restoration of marital rights, but she ignored it. In 2007, I remarried without a divorce. Now, after almost 16 years, should I still pursue a divorce? Is it possible to get a divorce after such a long time? Please provide guidance.

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3 years ago

Law Forum › Category: Divorce › I got married in 2001. A few years later, in 2003, some issues arose between us leading to separation. When I tried to seek a divorce, my wife was unwilling to cooperate. Even after involving family members to help resolve the matter, she refused to reconcile. I sent her a notice seeking restoration of marital rights, but she ignored it. In 2007, I remarried without a divorce. Now, after almost 16 years, should I still pursue a divorce? Is it possible to get a divorce after such a long time? Please provide guidance.

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Apni Law Staff asked 3 years ago

I got married in 2001. A few years later, in 2003, some issues arose between us leading to separation. When I tried to seek a divorce, my wife was unwilling to cooperate. Even after involving family members to help resolve the matter, she refused to reconcile. I sent her a notice seeking restoration of marital rights, but she ignored it. In 2007, I remarried without a divorce. Now, after almost 16 years, should I still pursue a divorce? Is it possible to get a divorce after such a long time? Please provide guidance.

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Apni Law Staff answered 3 years ago

Yes, it is possible to obtain a divorce even after a long separation. Under the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, you can file for divorce based on grounds of desertion, which applies to your situation as your wife refused to reconcile and live with you. However, the court will consider the length of separation and all relevant circumstances before granting a divorce.