Tag : Want a Mutual Divorce but Your Partner Refuses? Here’s What You Can Do

family-matrimonial-law — August 14, 2026

Want a Mutual Divorce but Your Partner Refuses? Here’s What You Can Do

What happens if my spouse refuses mutual consent divorce?If your spouse refuses to continue with a mutual divorce, the court cannot grant a decree under Section 13B of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955. Mutual consent divorce is based entirely on the free and continuing agreement of both spouses. Even if both parties initially filed a joint petition, either spouse...