Question

Which of the following is a ground for divorce under the Dissolution of Muslim Marriages Act, 1939?

• A. Husband's failure to perform marital obligations for two years.
• B. Husband's failure to perform marital obligations for three years.
• C. Husband's failure to maintain the wife for two years.
• D. Husband's failure to maintain the wife for three years.

Hint:

This question requires careful reading. Remember the two key time-based grounds under the Act: **2 years** for failure to provide maintenance, and **3 years** for failure to perform marital obligations.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Section 2 of the Dissolution of Muslim Marriages Act, 1939, lists several grounds on which a wife can seek divorce. This question tests the specific time periods for different grounds: \[\begin{array}{rl} \bullet & \text{Section 2(iv) allows divorce if the husband fails to perform marital obligations for **three years**. So, (A) and (B) are incorrect.} \\ \bullet & \text{Section 2(ii) allows divorce if the husband has neglected or has failed to provide for her maintenance for a period of **two years**. So, (C) is correct and (D) is incorrect.} \\ \end{array}\]