Grounds for Divorce
Section 13(1) specifies the grounds on which a divorce can be filed by either of the partners in marriage. After the alteration in 1976, the grounds for divorce outlined in Section 13 of the Act and under Section 10, judicial separation are comparable. The parties also have the option of judicial separation instead of divorce, which allows them to reconsider their choice. The goal is to preserve the holy institution of marriage and make attempts for reconciliation. The following are the grounds for divorce: