Registry Must Not Accept Petitions That Refer To A Woman As 'Divorcee': Jammu & Kashmir High Court

The Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh High Court has recently raised concerns over the use of the term "divorcee" in legal petitions, particularly when it refers to a woman. The court emphasized that such terminology reflects an outdated and derogatory mindset. Justice Vinod Chatterji Koul strongly criticized the use of the word, urging that it be removed from legal documents to prevent the stigmatization of women. Case Background: The case…