Legal Question in Family Law in India

if a couple is divorced and their child is born after divorce,does the father have rights over the child's custody?


Asked on 3/07/10, 4:13 am

3 Answers from Attorneys

Aniruddha Pawse Aniruddha.P.Pawse Advocates

if it is from the former husband then yes but it will be difficult for father to get custody till child attains atleast 12 yrs.

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Answered on 3/07/10, 5:14 am
Sudershan Goel India Law Offices of Sudershan Goel - Advocate

Yes, the father will have same rights as are available prior to divorce. The nature of custody - physical or visitation rights - will be decided by custody court; or else you may reach an amicable settlement.

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Answered on 3/07/10, 8:52 am
RAJIV GUPTA (Cell: +91 9811284735) [email protected]

the custody of the child would go to the spouse with who the utmost interest and welfare of the child lies. generally it goes to mother but a father can prove that he is the best parent for custody....

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Answered on 3/08/10, 12:52 am


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