The term child custody used under the family law means the legal guardianship of a child under the age of 18 years, when the parents have separated or died. In case of separation, the crucial decision is taken by the court in the best possible way so as to not affect the growth and the welfare of the child. ...
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Child maintenance is the financial and emotional needs that a non-custodial parent makes as a contribution of raising his or her child. ...
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Number of false section 498A cases has increased in the past but also the fact remains that thousands of false cases are filed as well by the wife against the husband and the in-laws....
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The Indian Constitution emphasizes the fundamental rights of an individual, thereby promoting basic freedom. Among these, the right to equality before the law, discrimination on the basis gender, religion, race, caste and place of birth is of prime importance. Nonetheless, there has been an increase in the instances of rising oppression on women in the form of domestic violence, rape, and sexual harassment....
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Contested Divorce in India is filed by one party that is willing to dissolve the marriage as against another party who is not inclined to get the divorce done. It means the separation decision is not mutually decided by both parties....
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Children, who by definition require the guardianship and care of adults, are among the most vulnerable and innocent victims of crimes. Crimes against children include physical and emotional abuse; neglect; and exploitation, such as through child pornography or sex trafficking of minors. Child-related crimes often are perpetrated by parents, relatives, caretakers, and others who are charged with their care and guidance. School officials, physicians, police officers, and other such authority figures are required to report any signs of abuse or exploitation against a child. ...
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#MeToo is a famous campaign and hope you know the reasons for it. Are you worried about this situation in your office? Not sure where to start? Need more detail on POSH Act or an Internal Complaints Committee (ICC) and Local Committee (LC)?...
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Marriages are said to be the strongest bond that keeps a couple committed and devoted towards each other in a marriage. Many times due to several unfortunate scenarios when a marriage doesn’t seem to be working well, it’s better for the spouses to get separated. In India, the law provides two ways to get divorced – ‘Mutual consent’ and ‘Contested’ divorce....
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Marriage is meeting of two souls but a divorce becomes inevitable when these two souls give up on each other due to any reason/reasons. As per Indian Legal System, the process of divorce starts with filing a divorce petition. One of the parties associated with divorce process files a divorce petition and notice of the same is served to the other party....
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The Indian Constitution emphasizes the fundamental rights of an individual, thereby promoting basic freedom. Among these, the right to equality before the law, discrimination on the basis gender, religion, race, caste and place of birth is of prime importance. Nonetheless, there has been an increase in the instances of rising oppression on women in the form of domestic violence, rape, and sexual harassment....
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