My wife and I have been living apart for over 20 years. Does this mean we are automatically divorced under Hindu law?

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Apni Law Staff asked 3 years ago

My wife and I have been living apart for over 20 years. Does this mean we are automatically divorced under Hindu law?

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Apni Law Staff answered 3 years ago

No, living apart for 20 years does not automatically constitute divorce under Hindu law. A formal divorce decree from a court is required to legally dissolve the marriage.

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