We’ve been married for almost 6 years, but things haven’t been easy lately. We’ve been living apart for the last half year. Our marriage isn’t officially registered. What are the steps to getting a divorce?

Since your marriage isn’t officially registered, it’s considered a “de facto” marriage under Indian law. You can file for divorce under the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, or the Special Marriage Act, 1954, depending on your religious background. You’ll need to prove cohabitation and intention to be married to establish the validity of your marriage for the purpose of divorce.