India: Family and Matrimonial

The Supreme Court of India has delivered a landmark judgment in Chaturbhuj Pradhan v. Amar Pradhan addressing the complex intersection of DNA testing in paternity disputes with fundamental rights to privacy...

The Rajasthan High Court examines whether the traditional practice of Atta-Satta—a reciprocal marriage arrangement between families—can override individual consent in marriage. This case explores the intersection of customary practices with fundamental rights, addressing issues of child marriage, matrimonial cruelty, and women's dignity under Indian law.

The Rajasthan High Court examines whether the traditional practice of Atta-Satta—a reciprocal marriage arrangement between families—can override legal consent requirements when minors are involved. This case explores the intersection of customary practices with child marriage laws, matrimonial cruelty standards, and women's dignity rights.