The Divorce Act, 1869

Section 48. Suits on behalf of lunatics

In force · As amended up to 2026-08

48. Suits on behalf of lunatics. —When the husband or wife is a lunatic or idiot, any suit under this Act (other than a suit for restitution of conjugal rights) may be brought on his or her behalf by the committee or other person entitled to his or her custody.

Source: India Code