Multiple choice

Which of the following is not essential for divorce by mutual consent?

  1. They have been living separately for one year

  2. They have not been able to live together

  3. The wife has not received any maintenance

  4. They have mutually agreed that the marriage should be dissolved.
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C Correct answer
Explanation

For divorce by mutual consent under Section 13B of the Hindu Marriage Act, the essential requirements are: (1) living separately for one year, (2) being unable to live together, and (3) mutual agreement to dissolve the marriage. Maintenance settlement is NOT explicitly mentioned as an essential requirement in the statute itself, though courts often ensure it. The question tests statutory requirements, not court practices.

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