The Divorce Act, 1869

Commercial’s The Divorce Act, 1869 (Act 4 of 1869), 2026 Edition, published by Commercial Law Publishers (India) Pvt. Ltd., presents the bare text of the legislation governing divorce and matrimonial proceedings under the Act, along with short comments and relevant state amendments. This edition incorporates amendments introduced by the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act, 2019 (Act 34 of 2019), effective from 31 October 2019, and the Personal Laws (Amendment) Act, 2019 (Act 6 of 2019), dated 21 February 2019. Designed as a practical legal reference, the book provides a consolidated presentation of the statutory provisions relevant to divorce, matrimonial disputes, and related legal proceedings, making it useful for legal research, academic study, and professional practice.

The book covers the key provisions of the Divorce Act, 1869, including:

• Definitions and preliminary provisions under the Act\
• Jurisdiction of courts in matrimonial matters\
• Grounds and procedures for dissolution of marriage\
• Petitions for divorce and related matrimonial reliefs\
• Judicial separation and associated legal remedies\
• Nullity of marriage and decrees relating to matrimonial status\
• Restitution of conjugal rights, where applicable under the statutory framework\
• Court procedures and requirements for matrimonial petitions\
• Provisions relating to alimony and maintenance\
• Custody and related matters concerning children in matrimonial proceedings\
• Relevant amendments introduced through subsequent legislation\
• Applicable state amendments and related statutory provisions

This edition is particularly suitable for:

• Advocates and legal practitioners handling divorce and matrimonial litigation\
• Law students studying family law and matrimonial legislation\
• Judicial service aspirants preparing for examinations involving family law\
• Legal researchers and academicians examining divorce laws in India\
• Professionals seeking a concise reference to the statutory framework governing matrimonial proceedings\
• Individuals requiring access to the bare text of the Divorce Act, 1869, for legal and academic reference

With its bare-act format, short comments, and coverage of relevant legislative amendments, Commercial’s The Divorce Act, 1869, 2026 Edition, serves as a convenient reference for understanding the statutory provisions governing divorce and related matrimonial matters. Published by Commercial Law Publishers (India) Pvt. Ltd., this edition supports legal study, statutory interpretation, and professional reference in the field of Indian family law.