Q. Consider the following statements:
1.A live-in relationship is considered an offence under the India law.
2.In India, all the laws that are applicable to married couples also applies to couples living in live-in relationship.
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?
Answer: D
Notes:
Explanation –
Statement 1 is incorrect. India does not have specific laws that directly address live-in partnerships. However, the Supreme Court of India has played a crucial role in recognizing and legitimizing live-in relationships through various judgments.
Statement 2 is incorrect. While couples in live-in relationships in India receive certain legal protections, they are not covered by all the laws that apply to married couples. The legal framework for live-in relationships is not as comprehensive as that for marriage.
Source: The Hindu
