Modern Legal Framework Denies Damages For Adultery, Rejects Ownership Over Spouse's Loyalty: Kerala High Court
The Kerala High Court has reversed a decision made by the Family Court, which had awarded compensation to a husband in a case involving his wife’s alleged adulterous behavior. The Family Court had granted the husband Rs. 4 lakh for the mental agony, humiliation, and pain caused by his wife's actions. However, the High Court ruled that adultery cannot be used as a ground for claiming damages under Indian law,…
