Extra marital affair related diapure

999 votes

In Indian law, an extra-marital relationship between two consenting adults is not a criminal offence after the Supreme Court judgment in Joseph Shine vs Union of India (2018). Therefore, you generally cannot take direct criminal action merely because he ended the relationship. However, if he induced you into a physical relationship by making a false promise of marriage or long-term commitment and you can prove that the promise was dishonest from the beginning, you may explore legal remedies under cheating or related provisions depending on the facts. You should preserve all evidence such as chats, messages, call records, photos, or any proof showing the promises made to you. Based on the complete facts and available evidence, an advocate can evaluate whether a complaint or legal notice can be issued. A detailed consultation would be required to assess the strength of your case and the possible legal steps.

Advocate Atanu Patra LawRato

765 votes

Courts sometimes consider rape if physical relations occurred solely due to a false promise of marriage. But in your case: He is already married. Courts usually hold that a married man cannot legally promise marriage. So proving rape on this ground becomes very difficult. Therefore we can go ahead and file an appropriate police complaint to show cheating, criminal breach of trust. We can also file civil suit for damages

Advocate Shubham Agarwal LawRato

682 votes

In India, a consensual extramarital relationship between adults is not a criminal offence after the decision of the Joseph Shine v. Union of India, which decriminalized adultery. Therefore, you generally cannot take criminal action simply because the person ended the relationship. Unless there is clear evidence of cheating, fraud, coercion, or exploitation, the law usually does not provide a remedy for ending such a personal relationship. You may consider focusing on personal closure rather than legal action. If you believe you were deceived with a false promise causing financial or other serious harm, you may consult a lawyer to examine whether any civil or criminal remedy could apply based on the specific facts.

Advocate Aminuddin Khan LawRato

911 votes

I understand that this situation is emotionally very difficult for you. However, from a legal perspective, since the relationship was with a person who is already married, the law generally does not recognize or protect such relationships in the same way as a legally valid relationship. If there was a clear and intentional false promise made to you which caused you harm or exploitation, certain legal remedies may still be explored depending on the specific facts and evidence. However, merely ending the relationship or refusing to continue it, especially in such circumstances, may not by itself give rise to strong legal action against him. That said, if there has been any element of cheating, financial exploitation, coercion, or misuse of trust, those aspects can be legally examined in detail. Each case depends heavily on evidence such as communications, promises made, and the intention of the person from the beginning. I have been handling matrimonial and sensitive relationship-related disputes for the past few years, and I assist clients in understanding their exact legal position and choosing the most appropriate course of action without unnecessary risk. These matters require a very careful and practical approach, as emotional aspects often overlap with limited legal remedies. I can guide you clearly on what is realistically possible in your case and help you take the right step forward. You may consult with me to discuss your situation in detail. I will ensure your matter is handled with complete confidentiality, clarity, and proper legal guidance.

Advocate Dipayan Dutta LawRato

918 votes

Yes, I can assist you in this matter. I have been dealing with such relationship, cheating, false promise, emotional exploitation and criminal complaint matters since 2004. Since he is a married person and the relationship continued for years, the legal remedy will depend on chats, promises, concealment, intention and proof. If consent was obtained by deception or dishonest assurance from the beginning, serious criminal action may be explored. Connect for thorough guidance.

Advocate Monima Khan LawRato