Which of these is absent from the current list of grounds for divorce in section 13(1) of the Hindu…
The Personal Laws (Amendment) Act, 2019 removed the former leprosy ground in section 13(1)(iv), effective 1 March 2019. Cruelty, incurable unsoundness of mind and venereal…
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Which of these is absent from the current list of grounds for divorce in section 13(1) of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955?
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Correct answer B
The Personal Laws (Amendment) Act, 2019 removed the former leprosy ground in section 13(1)(iv), effective 1 March 2019. Cruelty, incurable unsoundness of mind and venereal disease in a communicable form remain specified grounds.
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Option A
Cruelty remains a ground under section 13(1)(ia).
Option B
The Personal Laws (Amendment) Act, 2019 removed the leprosy ground with effect from 1 March 2019.
Option C
Incurable unsoundness of mind is a ground under section 13(1)(iii).
Option D
Venereal disease in a communicable form remains a ground under section 13(1)(v).
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