Answer:
Yes, you can apply for divorce after one year of marriage in India but not Mutual Consent Divorce. As per Hindu Marriage Act & Special Marriage Act, parties should be living separately for minimum one year to seek divorce with mutual consent.
This provision under Hindu Marriage Act & Special Marriage Act allows couples to rethink their decision to file for divorce & avail one year to sort out their differences amicably.
Can You Apply For Divorce After One Year Of Marriage In India (Contested/ One Sided)?
Yes. You can apply for contested divorce after one year if you meet the grounds for divorce under Hindu Marriage Act & Special Marriage Act such as cruelty by spouse, adultery, desertion, mental disorder & many other grounds. If one party is able to prove his/her stand with proper evidence then the court can grant divorce.
Yes you can file for divorce if you have been married for one year.
Contact Advocate BK Singh for help filing for divorce after one year of marriage. BK Singh will review your case and determine if you are eligible to file for divorce. He will assist you in filing your divorce petition with the proper grounds and will help you obtain the proper documentation to support your grounds. BK Singh will represent you in court and fight for your rights.
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