I have legal custody but my parents are not letting me take my daughter

Dear Client,
The first step in seeking custody or visitation of a child is to file a petition in the family/district court where the child resides. The petition can be filed by either parent, grandparents, or any other person who has an interest in the child's welfare. Even if one parent has custody, the other parent will have visitation rights. Under Section 6(a) of the Hindu Minority and Guardianship Act, 1956, the custody of a child below 5 years of age is given to the mother. As per the Guardians and Wards Act 1890, once a child achieves the age of 9 years in India, his/her preference for custody is considered by the Court on appeal seeking custody of a child by either parent or grandparent. A father or grandparent can get sole custody of their children. To do so, first and foremost, they must establish the unfitness of the mother before the Court seeking the custody of the child. The court must also feel that the father or grandparents meet the "best interest standard" and the well-being of the child. Only in case the court feels that the mother is unfit to take care of the child, the custody will go to the father or grandparents. It is always recommended to consult with an experienced Advocate to navigate the issue of child custody in the right way.