Section 18

Petition for decree of nullity.

The Divorce Act, 1869

  • Act 4 of 1869
  • Ministry of Law and Justice
  • Legislative Department
About this Act

An Act to amend the law relating to Divorce and Matrimonial Causes.�

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    Any husband or wife may present a petition to the District Court 1 ***, praying that his or her marriage may be declared null and void.

Notes

1. The words "or to the High Court" omitted by Act 51 of 2001, s. 14 (w.e.f. 3-10-2001).

Source: India Code (Legislative Department, Govt. of India). Check the official Gazette before relying on it in court. Not legal advice. Free legal aid: 15100 (NALSA) · Know your rights

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