It’s been a year since my arranged marriage, and from the very start, things haven’t been right. I wanted a divorce but couldn’t file one before completing a year. Then, against my will, I became pregnant. I couldn’t bring myself to have an abortion, so I had the baby. My parents aren’t helping, and I’m desperate. The thought of staying in this marriage is unbearable, and I feel trapped. Throughout this ordeal, an old friend has been a rock for me, and I want to spend my life with him. His family is incredibly supportive. What can I do to get out of this marriage, keeping my baby, and build a life with my friend?

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Law Forum › Category: Divorce › It’s been a year since my arranged marriage, and from the very start, things haven’t been right. I wanted a divorce but couldn’t file one before completing a year. Then, against my will, I became pregnant. I couldn’t bring myself to have an abortion, so I had the baby. My parents aren’t helping, and I’m desperate. The thought of staying in this marriage is unbearable, and I feel trapped. Throughout this ordeal, an old friend has been a rock for me, and I want to spend my life with him. His family is incredibly supportive. What can I do to get out of this marriage, keeping my baby, and build a life with my friend?
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Apni Law Staff asked 10 months ago

It’s been a year since my arranged marriage, and from the very start, things haven’t been right. I wanted a divorce but couldn’t file one before completing a year. Then, against my will, I became pregnant. I couldn’t bring myself to have an abortion, so I had the baby. My parents aren’t helping, and I’m desperate. The thought of staying in this marriage is unbearable, and I feel trapped. Throughout this ordeal, an old friend has been a rock for me, and I want to spend my life with him. His family is incredibly supportive. What can I do to get out of this marriage, keeping my baby, and build a life with my friend?

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Apni Law Staff answered 10 months ago

Under Indian law, you can file for divorce on grounds of cruelty and irretrievable breakdown of marriage. You can seek custody of your child based on your best interests and the child’s well-being. However, remarriage within a year of divorce is generally discouraged by social norms.

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