Mutual Consent divorce VS Contested divorce Section 13B of Hindu Marriage Act 1955 Sections under which it is filed Section 13 of Hindu Marriage Act 1955 Filed jointly by husband and wife. Petition filed Filed only by one spouse since the other does not consent. Husband, wife decide on maintenance, child custody, property and investments. Short duration (18-24 months) Time taken Time-consuming (3-5 years) Single, common lawyer Lawyer Separate divorce lawyersAddress proof of husband and wife. Other documents too may be needed, depending on facts and circumstances of the case.

Source: Economic Times January 27, 2020 00:56 UTC