Live-in-Relationships and Socio - Legal Challenges in India

Author:Mohd Danish Khan, Pushkar Raj

Abstract:
Due to the absence of legal protection for property rights, live-in relationships continue to be socially stigmatised in India, especially in traditional groups. Property rights are usually valued by married couples, and live-in partnerships are not specifically recognised by Indian law. The difficulties that live-in couples encounter may be made worse by this lack of family support. Without legal recognition, issues pertaining to inheritance rights and child custody become complicated. Although it offers some protection against domestic abuse, the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act of 2005 can be difficult to apply and enforce. Partners can not have the same financial rights or job benefits as married spouses. Despite these challenges, perceptions about cohabitation are gradually shifting, especially among younger people and in urban areas. Comprehensive legislative reforms are necessary to address the socio-legal problems that cohabiting couples face and to provide them with adequate protection and rights.

Keywords:Rights of Women, Domestic Violence, Maintenance, Inheritance, Lack, Property, Culture.

DOI:10.46333/ijtc/15/1/9

International Journal of Trade & Commerce (Vol: 15 Issue:1)