A court declares a marriage void under section 11 of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955. What may a spouse…
A spouse may apply for permanent alimony under section 25 when the court declares the marriage void under section 11. The court decides whether to grant permanent alimony in…
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A court declares a marriage void under section 11 of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955. What may a spouse seek from the other spouse under section 25?
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Correct answer A
A spouse may apply for permanent alimony under section 25 when the court declares the marriage void under section 11. The court decides whether to grant permanent alimony in light of the facts and the parties’ conduct.
Option feedback
Option A
A section 11 nullity decree permits either spouse to apply under section 25. The court decides whether to grant relief.
Option B
Section 25 makes the award discretionary and dependent on the circumstances.
Option C
A decree of nullity is itself sufficient to permit an application. A divorce decree is unnecessary for this purpose.
Option D
The nullity decree need not be set aside. It supplies the qualifying matrimonial decree.
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