Mandatory to Implead Alleged Paramour of Spouse in Divorce Petitions on Grounds of Adultery: Delhi High Court
The Delhi High Court has clarified a crucial legal position under Section 13(1)(i) of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, holding that it is not just necessary but mandatory to implead the alleged paramour when a divorce is sought on the ground of adultery. The Court emphasized that this is not a procedural formality but a requirement rooted in the principles of natural justice, particularly the right to be heard before…
