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The Divorce Act, 1869
Commercial Law Publishers
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About this book
The text of the Divorce Act, 1869 (Act 4 of 1869), updated up to 2026, which governs dissolution of marriage and matrimonial relief among persons professing the Christian faith in India. It incorporates the amendments made by the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act, 2019 (Act 34 of 2019) and the Personal Laws (Amendment) Act, 2019 (Act 6 of 2019).
At a glance
| Act | The Divorce Act, 1869 (Act 4 of 1869) |
| Amended by | Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act, 2019 (34 of 2019); Personal Laws (Amendment) Act, 2019 (6 of 2019) |
| Updated up to | 2026 |
| Format | Bare Act with short comments |
| Publisher | Commercial Law Publishers (India) Pvt. Ltd. |
What's inside
- Jurisdiction and powers of matrimonial courts
- Grounds and procedures for divorce and nullity of marriage
- Judicial separation and restitution of conjugal rights
- Custody, alimony and maintenance provisions
- Appeals and enforcement mechanisms
- Relevant state amendments adapting the Act to local judicial frameworks
Who should buy this
- Law students and AIBE aspirants studying personal and family laws
- Advocates specialising in matrimonial and ecclesiastical law
- Judges, judicial officers and NGOs working on matrimonial dispute resolution
Publisher's description
This edition of The Divorce Act, 1869 (Act 4 of 1869), updated up to 2026, presents the complete and authoritative text of the law governing the dissolution of marriage and matrimonial relief among persons professing the Christian faith in India. It incorporates all amendments introduced by The Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act, 2019 (Act 34 of 2019) and The Personal Laws (Amendment) Act, 2019 (Act 6 of 2019), ensuring conformity with the latest statutory provisions and jurisdictional changes.
The Act comprehensively covers:
• Jurisdiction and powers of matrimonial courts
• Grounds and procedures for divorce, nullity of marriage, judicial separation, and restitution of conjugal rights
• Custody, alimony, and maintenance provisions
• Appeals and enforcement mechanisms
• Relevant state amendments adapting the Act to local judicial frameworks
This 2026 edition is particularly suitable for:
• Law students and AIBE aspirants studying personal and family laws
• Advocates and legal practitioners specializing in matrimonial and ecclesiastical law
• Judges and judicial officers handling family court matters
• Social workers, counselors, and NGOs engaged in family welfare and matrimonial dispute resolution
Published by Commercial Law Publishers (India) Pvt. Ltd., this Bare Act with short comments provides a precise and reliable rendition of The Divorce Act, 1869, making it an indispensable reference for academic study, legal practice, and institutional use.
Frequently asked questions
What is The Divorce Act, 1869?+
The text of the Divorce Act, 1869 (Act 4 of 1869), updated up to 2026, which governs dissolution of marriage and matrimonial relief among persons professing the Christian faith in India. It incorporates the amendments made by the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act, 2019 (Act 34
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The Divorce Act, 1869 is available for ₹80 (MRP ₹100) on Conferenza, with fast delivery.
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The Divorce Act, 1869 is a book, suitable for self-study and revision. Pair it with practice and past papers for complete exam preparation.
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