In force · As amended up to 2026-08
33. Answer to petition.— Nothing shall be pleaded in answer to a petition for restitution of conjugal rights, which would not be ground for a suit for judicial separation or for a decree of nullity of marriage.
VIII.—DAMAGES AND COSTS
34. [ Husband may claim damages from adulterer ]. — [ Omitted by the Indian Divorce (Amendment) Act, 2001 (51 of 2001), s. 19 ( w.e.f. 3-10-2001)].
35. [ Power to order adulterer to pay costs ].—[ Omitted by s. 20, ibid . ( w.e.f. 3-10-2001)].
IX.—ALIMONY
Source: India Code