When one spouse does not agree to separation, a contested divorce in Kolkata proceeds as a defended suit under the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955. The petitioning spouse must prove a legal ground before a family court grants the decree.
Legal Grounds for a Contested Divorce
- Cruelty, whether mental or physical
- Desertion without reasonable cause for two or more years
- Adultery, conversion, unsoundness of mind, or virulent leprosy
What the Court Evaluates
The court examines evidence, witness testimony, and the conduct of both parties. Disputes over maintenance, custody, and property often prolong a contested divorce in Kolkata by months or years.
Strong documentary and witness evidence improves your position. An experienced family lawyer prepares the case carefully and manages hearing schedules.
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