JUDGMENT

M.B.Snehalatha, J This appeal has been filed by the wife challenging the judgment and decree in O.P.No.470/2016 of Family Court, Ottapalam by which it declined the relief of divorce sought by her.

2. 1^st respondent married the appellant on 25.10.2001 in accordance with Hindu religious rites and ceremonies. In the said wedlock two children were born to them. At the time of marriage, appellant was given 21½ sovereigns of gold ornaments by her parents. While residing in the matrimonial home, 1^st respondent subjected the appellant to mental and physical cruelty. He used to manhandle the appellant after consuming alcohol. He also prevented the appellant from talking and mingling with the neighbours. On one occasion when the mother of the appellant advised the 1^st respondent, he attempted to assault her. 1^st respondent developed an extramarital affair with the 2^nd respondent who was a tenant in