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Question related to Hindu Marriage Act - Bipolar disorder


30-May-2023 (In Civil Law)
I had arranged marriage, hindu by religion. My wife is having bipolar disorder. This fact was concealed by my wife & her family before finalizing the marriage we had specifically asked whether her medical report are normal . Even today after 2 years of marriage she has concealed the fact. The symptoms are she is experiencing mood swings, anger, anxiety, migraines, guilt, loss of interest or pleasure in activity, behavioral issue, spells of crying , depression, manic episode, unwanted thoughts, racing thoughts, regular episodes of extreme overeating and feeling of loss of control about eating. This facts were deliberately concealed and not told in spite of family meetings. Specific questions asked to girls parents about the medical reports ; whether they are normal or not. pl. advice whether any provision is available to treat the marriage as null & void and what is the time limit. What is the legal remedy in defence to applicant ( i.e husband) in this case of cheating and fraud.
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Answer #1
611 votes
sir if you are having medical report to show said behavior of your wife and on that basis you don't want to continue ur marriage den you can file divorce case.
you can file d case in the jurisdiction where you reside or else where marriage took place.
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Answer #2
921 votes
This is my response to you:
1. Do you have a authentic medical deport to suggest she has mental illness?
2. Have you certified it from a psychiatrist?
3. If yes, then seek divorce because annulment is not possible;
4. Consult a local lawyer and take steps.
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Answer #3
792 votes
you can file a case of cheating and divorce but not nullity as it's been two years after marriage. cam file divorce case in the ground of unsoundness of the wife .
please share details for the last part of the question as it is not clear
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