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      Question

      Under the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, which of the

      following is not a valid ground for divorce?
      A Desertion for a continuous period of not less than 2 years Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      B Conversion to another religion Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      C Irretrievable breakdown of marriage Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      D Cruelty by one spouse to the other Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

      Solution

      Under the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, the following are valid grounds for divorce under Section 13(1): • Desertion for at least two years • Conversion to another religion • Cruelty, adultery, mental disorder, etc. However, “Irretrievable breakdown of marriage” is not explicitly mentioned in the Act as a ground, though the Supreme Court can grant divorce on this ground under Article 142 of the Constitution. Legislative amendments to include this are still pending.

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