Taxmann’s Divorce Act 1869 – Bare Act with Section Notes – Edition 2025.

Taxmann’s Divorce Act 1869 – Bare Act with Section Notes – Edition 2025.

Description

Divorce Act 1869 [Bare Act with Section Notes ] by Taxmann is a comprehensive publication that presents the legislative text of the Act, coupled with clear, section-wise commentary—this book’s explanatory notes clarify legal terminology, procedures, and recent legislative changes.

This book is intended for the following audience:

• Legal Practitioners & Advocates – Ideal for lawyers who handle family and matrimonial cases, as it provides quick reference to statutory provisions and authoritative notes
• Judges & Judicial Officers – The section notes, procedural details, and references to the Code of Civil Procedure are invaluable for interpreting the Act in court
• Law Students & Academics – A must-have for students specialising in Family Law, offering a solid legislative base and succinct explanations
• Mediators & Counsellors – Useful for professionals involved in matrimonial dispute resolution to understand statutory rights, obligations, and available remedies
• General Readers/Researchers – Those interested in Christian matrimonial law or comparative personal laws in India will find this text informative and accessible

The Present Publication is the 2025 Edition, covering the amended and updated text of the Divorce Act [Act No. 4 of 1869 ], with the following noteworthy features:

• [Authentic Text of the Act] Presents the statutory text, along with all up-to-date modifications and omissions
• [Section Notes and Comments] Each provision is followed by concise notes explaining context, legislative history, and procedural implications
• [User-friendly Layout] Clear headings, sub-headings, and bold highlights make navigation and reference quick and convenient
• [Latest Amendments Incorporated] Reflects legislative updates up to 2025 legislative updates, ensuring that readers are fully informed of current law
• [Pre-amendment Provisions] Incorporates the text of provisions as they existed prior to the amendment in the respective amendment footnotes, enabling the reader to understand the legal position before the amendment and its applicability during the pre-amendment period
• [Additional Commentary] Practical insights on jurisdiction, matrimonial procedures, filing protocols, and appeals supplement the bare text
• [Comprehensive Subject Index & Forms] Detailed indexing and sample petition forms facilitate practical use and faster research

The structure of the book is as follows:

• Section-wise Layout – Each provision of the Act is distinctly numbered, followed by interpretative notes and remarks
• Section Notes – Comments immediately follow the relevant statutory text, providing clarity without disrupting the flow
• Forms & Specimen Petitions – Appended at the end, showcasing the practical application of the Act’s requirements
• Subject Index – A detailed subject index for easy lookup of topics, sub-topics, and cross-references within the Act.

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