The Orissa High Court ruled that Section 498A of the IPC cannot be quashed on the grounds of an invalid marriage, safeguarding women’s rights in cases of domestic abuse and harassment.
The Allahabad High Court has ruled that a Hindu marriage is not valid without the ‘saptapadi’ ceremony. The court quashed a bigamy complaint against a wife, stating that the lack of essential marriage rituals invalidates the marriage.
The Orissa High Court ruled that a case under Section 498A IPC cannot be quashed simply because the marriage is deemed invalid. The court highlighted the importance of protecting women from harassment and unfair treatment.
The Madras High Court ruled that a wife and her child are entitled to maintenance under Section 125 CrPC even if the marriage is invalid. Justice K Murali Shankar emphasized the importance of support despite the legal status of marriage.
The Allahabad High Court ruled that a Hindu marriage is invalid without the ‘saat pheras’ ceremony. This decision came while quashing a bigamy case against a woman due to the absence of essential marriage rituals.
