Legal Question in Civil Litigation in India

Re: Termination Of marriage

Sir,

There is no special law for breaking of engagement, but u can sue the girl/mother under general law of torts.

In order to succed the litigation it would be important for u to prove termination of engagement with wrongfull intention and also to prove mental tortue, trauma, embaressment, loss of credit, etc.

Generally such litigation are not advised, but it you would be best judge, if u want to proceed further or not.

For any other imformaiton or details, u may contact me personally.

Re: Termination Of marriage

My advise to you is - do not sue. Other then mud-slinging and wasting your money you will not achieve anything. Technically you can sue - under 'Tort' but chances of success is very little.

Re: Termination Of marriage

Answer:

From the facts given by you, two presumptions are drawn; firstly it is presumed that during Feb. there was engagement function, wherein your relatives and friends participated; secondly the Girl�s side unilaterally withdrew from the proposed solemnisation of the marriage, for reason attributable to her side only. If that be the case, subsequent withdrawal from the part of the girl gives rise to cause of action for you, against the parents of the girl. You can sue them for the liquidated damages (that being the actual expenses incurred by you, if any for conducting the engagement function) and also for un liquidated damages for your mental sufferings, due to the unilateral withdrawal from the arranged marriage ceremony��

Re: Termination Of marriage

You can sue bride's side for the damages. Further, even if bride's side is now making an excuse of horoscope not matching, it will be worthwile to investigate into the real reasons and after knowing real reasons, you should decide to proceed further in the matter.