The Family Courts have concurrent jurisdiction to pass a decree for dissolution of marriage under the Indian Divorce Act. In which case the order was passed:

Option A: Handa v. Handa (AIR 1955)

Option B: Dr. Mary v. Dr. Vincent (AIR 1991)

Option C: Peter v. Anglina (AIR 1992)

Option D: None of the above

Correct Answer

Option: b

Explanation

Dr. Mary v. Dr. Vincent, AIR 1991 Mad 180-The Principal Family Court, Madras, which has decided the suit is one established under Section 3 of the Family Courts Act and consequently, the jurisdiction conferred on such Court under Section 7 is exercisable by it. Therefore, in respect of matters that may fall under Explanation of Section 7 of the Act, the Family Court/Courts as well as this Court (on its Original Jurisdiction) will have concurrent jurisdiction.

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