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 File For Mutual Consent Divorce The easiest and the simplest way to end your marriage is through mutual divorce. In a mutual divorce parties agree mutually to separate and dissolve the marriage. To file for divorce through mutual divorce there are two things on which the parties are required to reach consensus, i.e., alimony and child custody. Owing to this mutual divorce saves a significant time and money as opposed to a contested divorce. It is also easier to file for mutual divorce. Procedure for mutual divorce FILE A JOINT PETITION The parties are required to file joint statement by both the parties. This statement has the agreement to split the assets, custody of children, etc. APPEAR FOR SECOND SESSION After 6 months of the first motion or by the end of the reconciliation period, if both parties still don't agree to come together, then the parties may appear for the second motion for the final hearing. In a recent judgement, the Supreme Court has categorically stated that th

 How to procure a Marriage Registration Certificate in India? Table of Contents What does Registration of Marriage mean? What is a Marriage Registration Certificate? Benefits of acquiring a Marriage Registration Certificate Purpose of Registering a Marriage Whom to approach for the Registration of Marriage? Online Registration of Marriage Tatkal Marriage Certificate Registration under the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 Registration under the Special Marriage Act, 1954 The Indian Christian Marriage Act, 1872 Registration of marriages under other laws Is a Lawyer required for Marriage Registration in India? Registration of a Marriage: Applicability of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955: Conditions for Marriage: Degrees of prohibited relationship: Punishment for marriages under the degrees of prohibited relationship: Conditions of a Valid Marriage under this Act: Registration of Marriage: Documents Required: Notice of intended marriage: Did you know, that marriages in India are valid even if they are

 What is the difference between creamy and non creamy layer of OBC India is a diverse country of various religions and the predominant religion, Hinduism is divided into castes where the upper castes had created a strong social hierarchy to oppress and benefit out of the lower castes. Keeping in mind the social injustices suffered by the lower castes, in 1979, the Mandal Commission, headed by Bindeshwari Prasad Mandal, was the Second Backward Class Commission formed to identify the “socially or educationally backward classes of India”. This commission proposed to give 27% reservation to OBC (Other Backward Classes), which resulted in 49% of jobs for them in public universities and public services. We have discussed below: what is the creamy layer? What is a non-creamy layer? and the difference between a creamy and non-creamy layer of OBC.   What is Creamy Layer? Creamy layer is a term used in Indian politics to refer to the relatively forward and better-educated members of the Other Ba

How to Change your Name in CBSE Mark sheet or Certificate Table of Contents Conditions for Correction in Name How to apply / Procedure for applying for Change in Name/Correction in Name: Documents / Materials Required for making Changes in your Name Can CBSE deny Students changing Names on Certificates? CBSE class 10 and 12 Marksheet are very important documents for students. During graduation, higher studies, and also even in jobs, these documents play a significant role. In fact, the CBSE class 10 mark sheet is considered a birth certificate. Therefore, any mistakes in these documents will create problems for students in the future. Many students face the complication of name correction in their mark sheets. Either their name is spelled incorrectly or the father’s name or mother’s name is mentioned incorrectly in the mark sheet. Making corrections in the name is a hectic task for students. Some of them get affidavits, others go to the CBSE office to make corrections. Due to the unkno

 how to get non traceable report certified copy from court If your car has been stolen, the first thing to do will be to file a police report. Notify your insurance company as soon as you file the police report, this will help in case the thief has caused some damage to others with your car. Also please note, your insurance company will not process your claim if you have not filed a report with the police. It is also important to inform your RTO of the theft. When you notify your insurance company, provide them all the details of loan/lease of your car along with the FIR. Provide them with a description of your car, mileage, service record if any. Also submit the list of personal items stolen along with the car. Inform your financier immediately of the theft and ask them to discuss the case directly with your insurer this might expedite the claim process. In case the police recover the vehicle, inform your insurer about the same. If the vehicle is recovered, the Insurance company is li

 Live In Relationship – What Does The Indian Law Say? Introduction The concept of a live in relationship was a practice avoided by Indian society for a long time. Living together before tying the knot is an offence or crime to the Indian culture previously. Most importantly, the Hindu Dharma prefers ‘One man, one wife’ as the most sacred form of matrimony. But as people start to evolve mentally, the successive generations are ready to accept a few refusing practices.  For instance, let’s take the case of decriminalisation of homosexual cohabitation. The recent judgements, like the decriminalising section 377 and 497 of the IPC, shows how the Indian laws have also evolved along with society. One need not follow strict rules while in a live-in relationship. Statistics reveal that 80% of Indians now support the concept of live in relationship and less than half percent prefer living in this form of life.  What is the meaning of a Live-in Relationship? The idea of live in relationship evol

 ESI registration What is ESI registration? The employee state insurance (ESI) is managed and regulated by the Employee State Insurance Corporation which is an autonomous body under the Ministry of Labour and Employment, Government of India. The ESI scheme was started for the Indian Employees that provided monetary, medical, and other benefits from the employer to the employee. Currently any factor or employment or any establishment that has employed over 10 employees with a minimum salary of Rs. 21,000 has to mandatorily register itself with the ESIC. Eligibility Who is eligible to obtain ESI registration in India? To be eligible for ESI registration is to have more than 10 workers. In some regions, ESI registration is possible for establishments only if there are more than 20 employees. Here are some other criteria that need to be satisfied for obtaining ESI registration. An employee whose gross salary is up to Rs. 21,000 per month can avail of this with the help of the employer. The