The Divorce Act, 1869

This edition of The Divorce Act, 1869 (Act 4 of 1869), updated up to 2026, presents the complete and authoritative text of the law governing the dissolution of marriage and matrimonial relief among persons professing the Christian faith in India. It incorporates all amendments introduced by The Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act, 2019 (Act 34 of 2019) and The Personal Laws (Amendment) Act, 2019 (Act 6 of 2019), ensuring conformity with the latest statutory provisions and jurisdictional changes.

The Act comprehensively covers:
• Jurisdiction and powers of matrimonial courts
• Grounds and procedures for divorce, nullity of marriage, judicial separation, and restitution of conjugal rights
• Custody, alimony, and maintenance provisions
• Appeals and enforcement mechanisms
• Relevant state amendments adapting the Act to local judicial frameworks

This 2026 edition is particularly suitable for:
• Law students and AIBE aspirants studying personal and family laws
• Advocates and legal practitioners specializing in matrimonial and ecclesiastical law
• Judges and judicial officers handling family court matters
• Social workers, counselors, and NGOs engaged in family welfare and matrimonial dispute resolution

Published by Commercial Law Publishers (India) Pvt. Ltd., this Bare Act with short comments provides a precise and reliable rendition of The Divorce Act, 1869, making it an indispensable reference for academic study, legal practice, and institutional use.