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What remedy may a spouse petition for under section 32 of the Divorce Act, 1869?

Under section 32, either spouse may petition for restitution of conjugal rights if the other withdraws from their society without reasonable excuse. The court may grant…

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What remedy may a spouse petition for under section 32 of the Divorce Act, 1869?

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Under section 32, either spouse may petition for restitution of conjugal rights if the other withdraws from their society without reasonable excuse. The court may grant restitution if it is satisfied that the petition is true and that no legal ground bars the relief.

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Option A

Dissolution of marriage is addressed in sections 10 and 10A.

Option B

Alimony pending suit is addressed in section 36.

Option C

Section 32 provides for restitution of conjugal rights where a spouse withdraws from the other's society without reasonable excuse.

Option D

Permanent alimony is addressed in section 37.

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