The Family Courts Act,1984

This book provides an updated and comprehensive presentation of the Family Courts Act, 1984, incorporating amendments introduced by the Family Courts (Amendment) Act, 2022 along with applicable state amendments. It explains the statutory framework governing the establishment, jurisdiction, and functioning of Family Courts in India, focusing on speedy and effective resolution of family disputes relating to marriage, divorce, maintenance, custody, and allied matters.

Key Features

• Updated text of the Family Courts Act, 1984 with the 2022 amendment
• Inclusion of state amendments for broader legal applicability
• Section-wise short notes and explanatory comments
• Important and practical tips for understanding procedural aspects
• Explanation of legal maxims relevant to family law
• Compilation of landmark judicial pronouncements
• Supreme Court guidelines affecting family court proceedings
• Legal words and phrases explained for clarity
• List of referred cases and a detailed subject index for easy reference

This book is intended for advocates, judicial officers, family court practitioners, law students, academicians, and legal researchers specializing in family and matrimonial laws.