If both husband and wife agree to get a divorce, they can file a petition in court. They must have been living apart for at least a year and be unable to live together. After waiting for 6-18 months, the court will grant the divorce if everything is in order.
A and B have been living separately for 2 years and mutually agree to divorce. They file a petition, wait for the required period, and the court grants their divorce.
- •You have the right to file for divorce with mutual consent if you and your spouse agree.
- •You have the right to legal representation during the divorce proceedings.
📒 Legal text sourced from The Gazette of India & AdvocateKhoj Bare Acts Library
⚖️ Content reviewed by Adv. Shailendra Babbar, Seasoned Advocate, with 31 years of legal practice
📚 Act Reference: Hindu Marriage Act
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