India’s family courts, meant to mend broken homes, often deepen divides through gender-skewed decisions. A compelling analysis on October 11, 2025, argues for urgent judicial accountability to ensure equality in matrimonial disputes, where women bear the brunt of archaic biases.
The Unequal Battlefield
In 60% of cases, per NCRB data, women face alimony denials or custody losses despite evidence of abuse, while men cite “false claims” in countersuits. A Delhi HC ruling last month favored a husband’s “traditional role” over a wife’s earnings, sparking fury. “Laws like Section 498A are weaponized, but equality cuts both ways,” notes lawyer Flavia Agnes.
Why Parity Matters Now
With divorce rates up 30% post-pandemic, skewed judgments perpetuate inequality—women’s financial ruin, men’s alienation from kids. The 2023 Marriage Laws Amendment promised balance, yet implementation falters.
Blueprint for Balance
Advocates push for gender-neutral laws, mandatory mediation, and sensitivity training. “Justice must see individuals, not stereotypes,” urges the Women’s Legal Forum.
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