Parents not accepting wife
6 months ago
In 2020 i married my gf after a long term relationship.I tried convincing my parents but they didn't agree .So i married her without their approval.Now they are constantly harrassing me saying that the only way i can stay with them is by divorcing my wife.They are powerful people so they are harassing me in my Job.They have done my transfer to a district 400kms away from my hometown.I have 1 year old son.What should I do?
A.Dear Client,
Apart from the recommended legal remedies available to victims under the Domestic Violence Act, the victim can take the following steps to protect herself from the domestic violence of the inlaw's family post-marriage against their consent. A victim of domestic violence can inform the Chairperson, the Woman Commission of India or the State Commission for Women who on receipt of any complaint of domestic violence or atrocities against women takes suo moto action to protect the interest of women in distress. Email address to lodge complaint: [email protected], [email protected] A victim has the right to be liberated from any type of violence under this Act. Under this law, women can look for security against Domestic Violence, Financial Compensation, Right to live in their mutual house and they can get maintenance from their abuser in case they are living separately. The Indian Constitution and the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 prescribe various rights for victims. Article 14 and Article 21 incorporate fundamental rights that must be read with the Directive Principles of State Policy listed in articles 39A, 41, 46, and 51C. As per Article 39A of the Constitution of India, the State offers free legal assistance and a guarantee for promoting justice on the grounds of equal opportunity. By compelling the State to compensate victims of criminal violence, Article 21 ensures against unfair deprivation of life and liberty. According to Section 357(3) of CrPC, the court has the right to grant compensation to the victim for any loss or injury suffered by him, even in cases where a fine has not been levied upon the accused. So, in the prevailing situation, to protect yourself and your family, you may take actions that suit you most. if required reach out to an Advocate experienced in domestic violation cases for guidance and steps.
Apart from the recommended legal remedies available to victims under the Domestic Violence Act, the victim can take the following steps to protect herself from the domestic violence of the inlaw's family post-marriage against their consent. A victim of domestic violence can inform the Chairperson, the Woman Commission of India or the State Commission for Women who on receipt of any complaint of domestic violence or atrocities against women takes suo moto action to protect the interest of women in distress. Email address to lodge complaint: [email protected], [email protected] A victim has the right to be liberated from any type of violence under this Act. Under this law, women can look for security against Domestic Violence, Financial Compensation, Right to live in their mutual house and they can get maintenance from their abuser in case they are living separately. The Indian Constitution and the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 prescribe various rights for victims. Article 14 and Article 21 incorporate fundamental rights that must be read with the Directive Principles of State Policy listed in articles 39A, 41, 46, and 51C. As per Article 39A of the Constitution of India, the State offers free legal assistance and a guarantee for promoting justice on the grounds of equal opportunity. By compelling the State to compensate victims of criminal violence, Article 21 ensures against unfair deprivation of life and liberty. According to Section 357(3) of CrPC, the court has the right to grant compensation to the victim for any loss or injury suffered by him, even in cases where a fine has not been levied upon the accused. So, in the prevailing situation, to protect yourself and your family, you may take actions that suit you most. if required reach out to an Advocate experienced in domestic violation cases for guidance and steps.
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A.Dear Client,
If your parents are harassing you at your job or through other means, you may need to seek legal protection. This could involve obtaining restraining orders or filing harassment complaints against them, depending on the nature of their actions. If your parents continue to harass you despite legal interventions, you may need to explore legal remedies like filing a complaint with the police or seeking a restraining order.
If your parents are harassing you at your job or through other means, you may need to seek legal protection. This could involve obtaining restraining orders or filing harassment complaints against them, depending on the nature of their actions. If your parents continue to harass you despite legal interventions, you may need to explore legal remedies like filing a complaint with the police or seeking a restraining order.
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