My divorce and my ex-wife’s request for us to stay together were both denied by the family court. I’m still waiting for the judge’s explanation. My lawyer suggests appealing to the higher court. Can you explain what happens in these cases? I filed for divorce based on cruelty, as she repeatedly threatened to harm herself and made my life unbearable with sleepless nights and constant stress. I am a Hindu.

If both your divorce petition and your ex-wife’s request for staying together were denied by the family court, the judge likely found that neither party established sufficient grounds for their respective pleas. The higher court, upon appeal, will re-examine the case, considering the evidence and arguments presented, to determine if the family court’s decision was justified. Since you’re Hindu, the court will likely apply the principles of the Hindu Marriage Act, considering your specific allegations of cruelty and the evidence supporting them.