My wedding in Jaipur in May 2014 was a joyous occasion, but soon after, difficulties arose with my in-laws. My husband initially stood by me, but later sided with his family. They constantly complained to my parents about my behavior. In December 2014, they asked my father to take me back for a few months, citing their small house and the impending birth of my sister-in-law’s child. When my husband left for work in Assam in February 2015, he told my father he had cut ties with his family and would bring me to Assam soon. He stayed in contact through regular phone calls. However, in May 2015, we received a letter accusing me of being foolish, mentally unfit, and lacking understanding. They threatened to end the marriage. My father tried desperately to reconcile things. In September 2015, another letter arrived, this time accusing me of being incapable of basic tasks like bathing and dressing myself. Given these circumstances, can I file a defamation case for the insults, a cheating case against my husband for breaking his promises, and a divorce? What evidence would I need to support these legal actions?

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Law Forum › Category: Divorce › My wedding in Jaipur in May 2014 was a joyous occasion, but soon after, difficulties arose with my in-laws. My husband initially stood by me, but later sided with his family. They constantly complained to my parents about my behavior. In December 2014, they asked my father to take me back for a few months, citing their small house and the impending birth of my sister-in-law’s child.

When my husband left for work in Assam in February 2015, he told my father he had cut ties with his family and would bring me to Assam soon. He stayed in contact through regular phone calls. However, in May 2015, we received a letter accusing me of being foolish, mentally unfit, and lacking understanding. They threatened to end the marriage. My father tried desperately to reconcile things. In September 2015, another letter arrived, this time accusing me of being incapable of basic tasks like bathing and dressing myself.

Given these circumstances, can I file a defamation case for the insults, a cheating case against my husband for breaking his promises, and a divorce? What evidence would I need to support these legal actions?

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Apni Law Staff asked 2 months ago

My wedding in Jaipur in May 2014 was a joyous occasion, but soon after, difficulties arose with my in-laws. My husband initially stood by me, but later sided with his family. They constantly complained to my parents about my behavior. In December 2014, they asked my father to take me back for a few months, citing their small house and the impending birth of my sister-in-law’s child.

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Apni Law Staff answered 2 months ago

You can potentially file a defamation case for the insults, however, proving actual harm caused by the letters might be difficult. Filing a cheating case against your husband for breaking promises may not be successful as it is not a recognized legal ground in India. You can file for divorce citing cruelty and desertion, providing the letters as evidence of harassment and your husband’s refusal to live with you.