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Section 13A


29-Oct-2023 (In Divorce Law)
If I file section 13a on the grounds of cruelty what actions can my wife take. I am staying in rental flat & paying all rent. Wife alleged that she had problems with my family. Now she does not even want me to see my mother who is dependent on me as my father has died when I was 5.
Answers (4)

Answer #1
823 votes
Dear queriest, yes you can file under section 13a of Hindu Marriage Act since you are Grounds regarding cruelty she is been treating with your mother nowadays this girls are not at all want to see the mother in law if she is not fitting well to your mother are having some problem with your family pic sitting you not treating you proper go for Section 13 of Hindu Marriage case against high on the grounds of cruelty
Answer #2
627 votes
This is my response to you:
1. She can also file case against you under DV Act and IPC;
2. If she is not staying with you then she may initiate criminal process;
3. She may also file false cases. You must be ready with anticipatory bail;
4. You must engage a criminal lawyer as well (for precaution);
5. Consult a local lawyer and take steps.
Answer #3
548 votes
This is my response to you:
1. Ask your lawyer to represent you;
2. You will need to seek anticipatory bail since DV cases are criminal offences;
3. Regarding your divorce matter, it will be decided on facts;
4. If you want to wrap it up faster, go for mutual consent divorce;
5. Consult a local lawyer and take steps.
Answer #4
556 votes
Dear queriest, as per your query if your wife files a case against you, and even though you are not available in India you can get the summons on your address which may be out of India through court and if you fail to appear arrest warrant may be issued against you for the same.

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