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If I file for divorce can I also claim for child custody


28-Nov-2023 (In Divorce Law)
How can I get custody of my daughter if I file for divorce
Answers (4)

Answer #1
581 votes
the guardian and wards act is universal law pertaining to issues involving child custody where as divorce law is governed by the religions of the married couple. so there are saperate petition for both the matters.
Answer #2
878 votes
Custody of the child id depend on the law of land and conduct of the mother and father. Divorce is not the groung for the custody of the child, the welfare of the child is the sole ground for the custody
Answer #3
914 votes
If you file a divorce petition , you have to file a custody application if you daughter is not living with you. But this whole process you have to first make up your mind. If you really want dissolve your marriage then only you initiate the proceedings. Revert Me. All the best.
Answer #4
959 votes
You can file a petition for custody of your daughter in court and seek her custody from the court. However a lot depends on the age of your daughter and various other facts and circumstances including the grounds on which you claim her custody.

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