[Your Name]
[Your Address]
[City, State, Zip Code]
[Email Address]
[Phone Number]
[Date]
To,
The Hon''ble Judge,
[Family Court Name]
[Address of the Family Court]
[City, State, Zip Code]
Subject: Divorce Notice under Section [insert relevant section] of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 for Cruelty
Respected Sir/Madam,
I, [Wife''s Full Name], W/o [Husband''s Full Name], aged about [Wife''s Age], residing at [Wife''s Address], hereby submit this notice for divorce under the grounds of cruelty as provided under Section [insert relevant section] of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955.
Petitioner:
Name: [Wife''s Full Name]
Age: [Wife''s Age]
Occupation: [Wife''s Occupation]
Address: [Wife''s Address]
Respondent:
Name: [Husband''s Full Name]
Age: [Husband''s Age]
Occupation: [Husband''s Occupation]
Address: [Husband''s Address]
This Hon''ble Court has jurisdiction to entertain this petition under Section [insert relevant section] of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, as the marriage was solemnized in [City/State] on [Date of Marriage] and the parties are currently residing within the jurisdiction of this Hon''ble Court.
The Petitioner asserts that the Respondent''s actions have caused severe emotional distress and have made it impossible for the Petitioner to continue living with the Respondent. The Petitioner seeks a decree of divorce on the grounds of cruelty, as the marriage has irretrievably broken down due to the Respondent''s behavior.
The Petitioner intends to rely on the following evidence to substantiate the claims of cruelty:
1. [List any medical reports, if applicable, that document injuries or psychological impact.]
2. [List any photographs, recordings, or other physical evidence of cruelty.]
3. [List any witness statements or affidavits from family members, friends, or neighbors who can corroborate the claims of cruelty.]
4. [Any other relevant documents that support the case, such as communication records, police complaints, etc.]
I, [Wife''s Full Name], do hereby declare and verify that the contents of this notice are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief.
Date: [Date]
Place: [City]
[Signature of Petitioner]
[Wife''s Full Name]
The Petitioner submits that the grounds for divorce under cruelty are well established in law and supported by various precedents. The Petitioner seeks to rely on the principles laid down in the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, and the interpretations thereof by various courts in India.
The Petitioner respectfully submits that the continuous acts of cruelty by the Respondent have caused irreparable harm to the Petitioner’s mental and emotional well-being. The Petitioner seeks the following reliefs:
1. A decree of divorce dissolving the marriage between the Petitioner and Respondent.
2. [If applicable, request for maintenance or alimony.]
3. [If applicable, request for custody of children.]
4. Any other relief that this Hon''ble Court may deem fit and proper in the interest of justice.
In light of the above facts and circumstances, the Petitioner humbly prays that this Hon''ble Court:
1. Grant a decree of divorce in favor of the Petitioner on the grounds of cruelty.
2. Award maintenance and custody of children, if applicable.
3. Pass any other order that this Hon''ble Court may deem fit in the interest of justice.
Thanking you,
Yours sincerely,
[Signature of Petitioner]
[Wife''s Full Name]
I, [Wife''s Full Name], do hereby declare that the information provided in this notice is true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief.
Date: [Date]
Place: [City]
[Signature of Petitioner]
[Wife''s Full Name]
This template serves as a comprehensive guide for drafting a divorce notice under the grounds of cruelty. It is essential to customize the details as per the specific case and ensure compliance with local court rules and procedures.
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