Divorce Case, Court Affirms Women's Property Rights in Landmark Ruling on Inheritance for Widows After Divorce: Supreme Court

In a recent landmark ruling by the Supreme Court, the Hindu Succession Act, 1956 has been interpreted to affirm the absolute property rights of widows, even in the case of remarriage. This judgment has significant implications for women's rights within Hindu law, specifically focusing on the provisions outlined in Section 14 and Section 15 of the Act. Case Background The case revolves around Sumitra, who was married to Prahallad. Upon…