Whitesmann’s Law of Marriage & Divorce: Including New Criminal Law Perspectives – 1st Edition 2026 presents an authoritative and practice-oriented analysis of Indian matrimonial laws across personal laws and secular statutes. This first edition reflects the changing legal landscape, particularly the growing intersection between family law and criminal law.

The book covers laws relating to Hindu, Muslim, Christian, Parsi marriages, and Special Marriage Act, along with detailed discussion on grounds for divorce, judicial separation, restitution of conjugal rights, maintenance, alimony, custody, adoption, and guardianship. A distinctive feature of the book is its focused treatment of criminal law implications in matrimonial disputes, including issues relating to cruelty, domestic violence, dowry-related offences, maintenance proceedings, and procedural safeguards.

Written in a clear, structured, and practitioner-friendly style, the book combines statutory analysis, landmark judgments, procedural guidance, and practical insights, making it a valuable tool for both litigation and academic study.

Key Features

• 1st Edition – 2026

• Comprehensive coverage of marriage & divorce laws in India

• Includes Hindu, Muslim, Christian & Special Marriage laws

• Focus on new criminal law perspectives in matrimonial disputes

• Incorporates latest case laws & judicial trends

• Useful for advocates, judges, academicians & students

• Clear, practical, and contemporary approach