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IN THE HIGH COURT OF KERALA AT ERNAKULAM
P. Krishna Kumar, J
Husband – Appellant
Versus
Wife – Respondent
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| 1. the appellant's allegations of cruelty and desertion stem from misunderstandings and family interference. (Para 1 , 2 , 3) |
| 2. the respondent's claims against the appellant indicate a counter-narrative of cruelty and emotional distress. (Para 4 , 5 , 6) |
| 3. the court concluded that prolonged separation and lack of cohabitation justify divorce. (Para 10 , 11) |
JUDGMENT
P.Krishna Kumar, J
The appellant, the husband of the respondent, filed a petition for divorce under Section 13 (1)(ia) and (ib) of the Hindu Marriage Act before the Family Court, Kannur. By the judgment impugned in this appeal, the Family Court dismissed the petition, holding that the appellant had failed to establish matrimonial cruelty or desertion on the part of the respondent.
2. The marriage between the appellant and the respondent was solemnised on 11.02.2014 according to Hindu religious rites. At the time of marriage, the appellant was 41 years old and employed abroad, while the respondent was 31 years old. Shortly after the wedding, the appellant returned to his workplace overseas. Before departing, he requested the respondent to reside at his parental home until he could arrange a family visa for h
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