Unrebutted Evidence Of Minor Daughter Substantiating Allegations Of Cruelty Meted Out To Mother Sufficient To Grant Divorce: Allahabad HC

In a recent ruling, the Allahabad High Court addressed the issue of a minor daughter's testimony in divorce proceedings under Section 13 of the Hindu Marriage Act. The court highlighted that while a minor's testimony is valuable, it should be considered with caution and in conjunction with other evidence. The ruling emphasized that a minor’s statement, especially when it involves sensitive matters like parental cruelty, must be corroborated to ensure justice. The court reiterated that evidence of cruelty should be substantial and not solely reliant on the testimony of the child. The judgment underscored the necessity of a thorough examination of all evidence in divorce cases involving allegations of cruelty.