Woman refusing to relocate for husband not cruelty: Top court
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Summary
The Supreme Court ruled that a woman's career choice cannot be deemed cruelty or desertion in divorce, rejecting outdated views on marriage roles.
Key Facts
Type Policy
Source Hindustan Times - India
Published Wednesday, 13 May 2026
Affected Population 1.4 billion citizens, 20 million government employees
Key Numbers
20 million central + state government employees
Rs 3.3 lakh crore transferred via DBT
1,500+ services on UMANG app
500 GW non-fossil fuel capacity target by 2030
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Government Context
NDA III BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right