Hindu Law - Study Mode

[#206] Study the following statements and pick up the right option from the given below: Statement I: Voluntary sexual intercourse outside the wedlock is a ground for judicial separation as well as divorce under the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955. Statement II: Apart from being sued for divorce or judicial separation, a spouse having voluntary sexual intercourse outside the wedlock is also punishable under Section 497 of the Indian Penal Code as such this act necessarily amounts to adultery.
Correct Answer

(A) Only Statement I is true

[#207] In case of John Vallattom v. Union of India, (2003), the Supreme Court discussed the constitutionality of section 118 of the Indian Succession Act, 1925 in the light of
Correct Answer

(A) Hindu Succession Act, 1956

[#208] A marriage under Sec. 11 of Hindu Marriage Act can be declared void if:
Correct Answer

(A) It contravenes anyone of the conditions specified in clauses (1), (4) and (5) of Section 5

[#209] Sodomy is a ground for divorce under the-
Correct Answer

(A) Hindu Marriage Act, 1955

[#210] Liability of the son under the doctrine of pious obligation, depends upon
Correct Answer

(A) Relationship between the father and the son