In India, what are a wife’s rights regarding staying in her in-laws’ home during a divorce? How long can she stay there? Does the law require the husband to provide accommodation after the divorce registration, in addition to alimony?

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Apni Law Staff asked 4 months ago

In India, what are a wife’s rights regarding staying in her in-laws’ home during a divorce? How long can she stay there? Does the law require the husband to provide accommodation after the divorce registration, in addition to alimony?

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Apni Law Staff answered 4 months ago

Under Indian law, a wife has no automatic right to stay in her in-laws’ home after divorce. The duration of her stay, if allowed, depends on the specific circumstances and a court’s order. While alimony is a possibility, it’s separate from accommodation, and there’s no legal requirement for the husband to provide housing after the divorce registration.

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