SHORT ANSWER:
To file for a mutual consent divorce in India, both parties must jointly file a petition in the family court.
DETAILS:
- Both spouses must agree to the divorce and file a petition together.
- The petition must include details such as marriage date, separation period, and child custody arrangements if applicable.
- After filing, the court will schedule a hearing, typically after a waiting period of six months.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- If the court finds the petition valid, it will grant a divorce; otherwise, it may dismiss the case.
SOURCE:
- Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 / Special Marriage Act, 1954
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