Under section 13(1)(ib) of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, what minimum period of desertion must the…
Section 13(1)(ib) requires continuous desertion for at least two years immediately before the petition. The two-year period concerns eligibility for the statutory ground.
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Under section 13(1)(ib) of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, what minimum period of desertion must the petitioner establish immediately before presenting a divorce petition on that ground?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer A
Section 13(1)(ib) requires continuous desertion for at least two years immediately before the petition. The two-year period concerns eligibility for the statutory ground.
Option feedback
Option A
The section requires at least two continuous years immediately before presentation.
Option B
One year is shorter than the required period.
Option C
Three years can satisfy the requirement but exceeds the minimum.
Option D
Four years can satisfy the requirement but exceeds the minimum.
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