R. Subbiah, J.

1. This appeal has been filed by the appellant, challenging the validity and correctness of the Order dated 21.03.2016 passed in F.C.H.M.O.P. No. 248 of 2014 on the file of Family Court, Dharmapuri, by which the Family Court allowed F.C.H.M.O.P. No. 248 of 2014 filed by the respondent herein under Section 13 (1) (i) (i-a) of The Hindu Marriage Act on the grounds of cruelty and granted a decree of divorce as prayed for by the respondent herein.

2. The appellant was the husband and the respondent was his wife. The marriage between the appellant and the respondent was solemnised on 18.11.2012 as per Hindu rites and customs at Thindalmalai Velayutha Swamy Temple, Erode followed by a marriage reception on the same day at D.N.C. Mahal, Nesavalar Colony, Dharmapuri. Due to the wedlock, a female child was born on 22.08.2013. At the time of marriage, the respondent was pursuing M.B.B.S. at Chennai and the appellant was working as a Doctor at Primary Health Centre, Avalpundurai, Erode District. According to the respondent, due to the ill-advise of his parents and sisters, the appellant subjected the respondent to physical and mental harassment even for trivial reasons.