Court Rules No Spouse Should Be Forced to Maintain Matrimonial Relationship Under Threat of Malicious Criminal Prosecution: Allahabad High Court

In a notable decision, the Allahabad High Court has ruled that under Section 13 of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1995 (Uttar Pradesh Amendment), a spouse cannot be compelled to remain in a matrimonial relationship if they are threatened with malicious criminal prosecution. This ruling underscores the protection of individual dignity and reputation in matrimonial disputes. Case Details: Background: The appellant, Basant Kumar Dwivedi, challenged the Family Court's order to restore…