My marriage took place in 2007 and a year later, I had a daughter. Unfortunately, my husband and in-laws started mistreating me and eventually forced me out of the house. We went through a panchayati divorce, and they took my daughter. However, I couldn’t bear to live without her and we reconciled after two months. This pattern repeated three times – we would separate and then reunite. Later, I had a son, but after three years, I was again forced out, and my husband kept both children. Last September, he filed a case under Section 9, which was dismissed after four months. I have been separated from my children for a year now and I desperately want them back. I am struggling financially and can’t afford a legal battle. Please guide me on how to proceed. I need my children back, please help me.

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8 months ago

Law Forum › Category: Family › My marriage took place in 2007 and a year later, I had a daughter. Unfortunately, my husband and in-laws started mistreating me and eventually forced me out of the house. We went through a panchayati divorce, and they took my daughter. However, I couldn’t bear to live without her and we reconciled after two months. This pattern repeated three times – we would separate and then reunite. Later, I had a son, but after three years, I was again forced out, and my husband kept both children. Last September, he filed a case under Section 9, which was dismissed after four months. I have been separated from my children for a year now and I desperately want them back. I am struggling financially and can’t afford a legal battle. Please guide me on how to proceed. I need my children back, please help me.

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Apni Law Staff asked 8 months ago

My marriage took place in 2007 and a year later, I had a daughter. Unfortunately, my husband and in-laws started mistreating me and eventually forced me out of the house. We went through a panchayati divorce, and they took my daughter. However, I couldn’t bear to live without her and we reconciled after two months. This pattern repeated three times – we would separate and then reunite. Later, I had a son, but after three years, I was again forced out, and my husband kept both children. Last September, he filed a case under Section 9, which was dismissed after four months. I have been separated from my children for a year now and I desperately want them back. I am struggling financially and can’t afford a legal battle. Please guide me on how to proceed. I need my children back, please help me.

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Apni Law Staff answered 8 months ago

Based on your situation, you should approach a legal aid organization or seek free legal assistance from a lawyer. They can advise you on your rights under the Hindu Marriage Act and the Guardians and Wards Act to seek custody of your children, considering your previous attempts at reconciliation and your husband’s actions. You can also explore options for filing for maintenance for yourself and your children.