Our Indian society is a platform to many evil demons and DOWRY is one of them. It is not just a mere exchange of gifts , goods or property from the bride’s family to the groom’s but its much more than that. When we look back to the history of dowry , the son had…
Do we have the right to marry as a fundamental right? Instead of answering this question directly this write-up will give you relevant cases or provisions and the ultimate decision will be on your understanding. •Article 16 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights which states that “men and women of full age, without any…
Maintenance as a concept when considered from the point of view of law refers to the kind of financial assistance given to either of the litigating parties on an application made by them and only through an order passed by the court having jurisdiction to do so and upon execution of decree in this regard.…
Religion is a very sensitive and personal aspect of individual’s life and the Constitution of India guarantees the freedom of conscience and religion to people of all denominations. Thus, a person is free to profess any faith or relinquish his faith of birth and convert to another religion. However, in view of the diversity personal…
Her friends used to tell her it wasn’t rape if the man was your husband. She didn’t say anything, but inside she seethed; she wanted to take a knife to their faces.” – F. H. Batacan INTRODUCTION: Rape in marriage is a serious and prevalent form of violence against women. Marital rape can be defined as unwanted intercourse, penetration…
Introduction: How many of us are familiar with the story of Thulukka Nachariyar? An epic tale of communal harmony that is a part of Indian history. It is the story behind the portrait of a Muslim princess in the Thiruvarangam temple. It is tale that transcends the borders that mortals set in name of religion.…
INTRODUCTION: Matrimony or wedlock is a culturally recognized social sanction of connection between two persons, according to a widely accepted definition of marriage. This union helps create rights and obligations between two people who are getting married, as well as their children and in-laws. The sacred institution of marriage, on the other hand, has existed…
Hindu law refers to the legal theory, jurisprudence, and philosophical reflections on the nature of law found in Indian texts from the ancient and medieval periods. Prior to codification, there were several kinds of Hindu laws related to property rights. One such law is related to the Joint Hindu Family business. The Joint Hindu Family…
Hindu marriage procedures have been changing for a long time in response to the changing demands and convenience of the people. It is the marriage between a husband and a wife. Hindu marriage is an old institution that has survived from the Vedic era to the present day, with many changes. It’s a holy bond…
Islamic laws are derived from the Quran, which is Islam’s holy book, as well as the Sunnah and Hadith which are the deeds and sayings of the Prophet Muhammad. These Islamic laws are called “Sharia”. Sharia acts as the code for living that all Muslims must adhere to. In other words, Sharia is Islam’s legal…
