Divorce (or the dissolution of marriage) is the final termination of a marital union, canceling the legal duties and responsibilities of marriage and dissolving the bonds of matrimony between the parties . Divorce laws vary considerably around the world, but in most countries it requires the sanction of a court or other authority in a legal process. The legal process of divorce may also involve issues of alimony (spousal support), child custody, child support, distribution of property, and division of debt. Where monogamy is law, divorce allows each former partner to marry another; where polygyny is legal but polyandry is not, divorce allows the woman to marry another.
Between 1971 and 2011, several countries legalized divorce, the last one being Malta in 2011. The majority Catholic Philippines is the last officially secular country that does not have civil divorce for the whole population; Muslims, however, are granted...
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Inspired from Jaane Bhi do Yaaro,Ground floor and Barsaati floors are 100% Covered.
It happened in 1984 onwards,the floors were Sold to Different Parties in October 1982. First floor owner is Sandwitched, with No Access to Common areas, water supply line Snapped off from Common Reservoir on Barsaati floor and on Ground floor,a more »
Would you divorce because of erectile dysfunction?
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Impotence is emerging as a major cause of divorce in India, says a recent study, adding that around 20-30 percent marriages in India are breaking up for want of satisfaction in sexual life. Would you divorce your husband because you are sexually more »
How to discuss divorce with kids
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The decision of parents heading for divorce has a huge impact on children. So it is very important how they speak to them. Here’s how parents can discuss their divorce with children.1) Be together and undisturbedBoth parents should be present when possible. Be calm, confident and clear. Find a quiet time sit with your children, offer security by touching them or holding their hands. Be true and honest in explaining why the other parent is not present. Don’t speak negatively.2) Talk to all of more »