Overview
Matrimonial disputes arise under personal laws and under statutes such as the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, the Special Marriage Act, 1954, the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005 and the Guardians and Wards Act, 1890. They are heard by Family Courts and criminal courts, and on appeal and transfer by the High Court and the Supreme Court.
Matters include
- Divorce, including divorce by mutual consent
- Restitution of conjugal rights and judicial separation
- Maintenance and alimony
- Child custody, guardianship and visitation
- Proceedings under the Domestic Violence Act
- Matrimonial criminal proceedings and their quashing
- Transfer petitions before the Supreme Court
- Mediation and settlement of matrimonial disputes
Courts and tribunals
- Supreme Court of India
- High Court of Delhi
- Family Courts, Delhi
- Saket District Court
- Patiala House District Court