Mutual Divorce Plea Rejected, One-Year Separation Requirement Not Fulfilled: Patna High Court
In an important matrimonial decision, the Patna High Court on 24 April 2026 clarified the strict requirement of Section 13(B) Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 regarding mutual divorce. The Court refused to interfere with a Family Court order and held that divorce by mutual consent cannot be granted unless the mandatory condition of one year separation is fully satisfied. Background of marriage and dispute Kumari Vagisha and Kumar Sangam got married…
