When a Promise to Marry Becomes a Legal Battle In India, claims of sex under a false promise of marriage often tread the line between personal betrayal and criminal deception. With Section 69 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, the law now directly addresses this complex issue. This post examines the evolving jurisprudence, key cases, and what accused individuals need to know.

Many NRIs assume a divorce obtained abroad is automatically valid in India. However, Indian courts apply strict tests based on jurisdiction, applicable grounds, and due process. This article explains how foreign divorce decrees are treated under Indian law, what challenges are commonly faced, and how Indian citizens abroad can protect their legal status and rights under domestic matrimonial statutes.