Tag: restitution of conjugal rights

The Supreme Court has decided to hear a petition challenging the constitutionality of Section 9 of the Hindu Marriage Act (HMA), 1955, and Section 22 of the Special Marriage Act. These provisions deal with restitution of conjugal rights. Under these provisions, a spouse, living separately, is entitled to a decree directing the other spouse to… Continue reading Can estranged couples be forced to cohabit, asks PIL