My brother has a developmental disability and we arranged a marriage for him two years ago. We were completely transparent with his future wife about his needs and she agreed to marry him. Now, she wants a divorce, saying she doesn’t want to live with him. They haven’t had children. If she files for divorce, would we be legally obligated to provide her with any financial settlement?

Under Indian law, a divorce can be granted on grounds of cruelty, which can include the wife’s inability to adjust to the husband’s disability. However, financial settlements are typically based on the length of the marriage, contribution to the marriage, and the financial needs of the spouse seeking alimony. In your brother’s case, the lack of children and the short duration of the marriage might reduce the likelihood of a substantial financial settlement.