Which section of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 provides for divorce by mutual consent?
Section 13B provides for dissolution of marriage by a decree of divorce on a joint petition by both spouses, subject to the statutory requirements.
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Which section of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 provides for divorce by mutual consent?
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Section 13B provides for dissolution of marriage by a decree of divorce on a joint petition by both spouses, subject to the statutory requirements.
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Option A
Section 13A provides for alternate relief in certain divorce proceedings.
Option B
Section 13B provides for a joint petition for divorce by mutual consent.
Option C
Section 14 regulates when a divorce petition may be presented after marriage.
Option D
Section 9 provides for restitution of conjugal rights.
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