Dear Sir/Madam, I am married for the last 12 years and have known my husband frm 2005 as we were working in the same company..But due to some personal issues we got marrried in 2014 . We both are Hindus but come from different cultural backgrounds. Both of us are educated but my husband doesn’t allow me to stay in the house he has been forcing me for divorce from the 2nd day we married … He has sold off his flats with his mothers support and buys the house outside the city limit and he knows my weakness that i cannot travel for work to the city so far which takes one way 2 hours commute. Through the week i would live at my parents house and travel on weekends to my husbands house. But those 2 days also i was not allowed to stay in the house . He would leave the house and go away with his friends. Finally i wanted to save my marriage and hence quit my job because he would fight with me on daily basis. But in the meanwhile with all these fights i am pursuing my studies during my work break .. Now things are worst as whenever i stay in his house nobody speaks with me. My mother in law stays with us as she was not keeping well so i stayed with her for a few months untill she was fine. But my husband and she are both manipulating me into giving him a divorce. My husband litreally cries to the mother that i will nevwr give them peace and i am a terror. My mother in law and my husband have thwir names on every investment and house. And also his married sister for whom he is working day night as we dont have children. . I am told since i have my job i ahould spend on my ownself and my husband has told me that he cannot take my responsibikity. She encourages my husband and supports him in anything against me . Hence i get upset and would not stay in their house . I am treated as if im an outsider and that he hasnt married me . He says he wants peace. The minute he sees me in his house he will on purpose pick up a fight and force me to leave the house and go to my Parents house. He says if i want to live in their house i should sit alone and not talk to anybody. And he has told me he will never want to go anywhere with me . In case we meet neighbours or his colleague he refuses to introduce me when i ask him why he never introduced he says they know me .I never married him to get divorced and he and his entire family is forcing me to go away from the house .He says i should file for divorce and he wants a guarantee that i donot want his money.. Request you to guide me on this.
SA Asked by Sara from India
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Below is a comprehensive legal analysis based on Indian law for your question.
Here are some legal options you may consider:
1. **Domestic Violence**: If you are facing physical, emotional, or economic abuse from your husband or in-laws, you may consider filing a complaint under the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005. This law provides for protection and relief to victims of domestic violence.
2. **Divorce**: If reconciliation is not possible and you wish to seek a divorce from your husband, you may file for divorce under the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955. Grounds for divorce under this Act include cruelty, desertion, mental disorder, etc.
3. **Maintenance**: If your husband refuses to take financial responsibility for you, you may claim maintenance under Section 125 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, which provides for maintenance to wives who are unable to maintain themselves.
4. **Property Rights**: If you have not been provided with a share in the properties or investments acquired during the marriage, you may explore your rights under the Hindu Succession Act, 1956, and other relevant laws.
Please note that these are general suggestions and it is recommended to consult with a lawyer specializing in family law to understand the legal procedures and options available to you in your specific situation. It is important to prioritize your safety and well-being, and seek appropriate legal advice and support.
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