Reading: My daughter, a Muslim woman, married a Hindu man in 2003. They have a child together. She’s seeking a separation as her husband constantly demands her money, claiming it’s a dowry. She’s given him a substantial amount over the years, often from her family. Unfortunately, her father passed away recently, leaving her in a difficult situation. Could you please advise on how to proceed with the divorce?

My daughter, a Muslim woman, married a Hindu man in 2003. They have a child together. She’s seeking a separation as her husband constantly demands her money, claiming it’s a dowry. She’s given him a substantial amount over the years, often from her family. Unfortunately, her father passed away recently, leaving her in a difficult situation. Could you please advise on how to proceed with the divorce?

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1 year ago

Law Forum › Category: Muslim Law › My daughter, a Muslim woman, married a Hindu man in 2003. They have a child together. She’s seeking a separation as her husband constantly demands her money, claiming it’s a dowry. She’s given him a substantial amount over the years, often from her family. Unfortunately, her father passed away recently, leaving her in a difficult situation. Could you please advise on how to proceed with the divorce?

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Apni Law Staff asked 1 year ago

My daughter, a Muslim woman, married a Hindu man in 2003. They have a child together. She’s seeking a separation as her husband constantly demands her money, claiming it’s a dowry. She’s given him a substantial amount over the years, often from her family. Unfortunately, her father passed away recently, leaving her in a difficult situation. Could you please advise on how to proceed with the divorce?

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Apni Law Staff answered 1 year ago

Under the Special Marriage Act, 1954, your daughter can file for divorce on grounds of cruelty, which includes financial abuse. She can seek legal aid to navigate the legal process and potentially seek compensation for the dowry given. It’s crucial to gather evidence of her husband’s demands and the dowry payments.