Hindu Marriage Act, 1955–Sec. 13(1)(ia) & (ib)–Dissolution of marriage by the High Court–Appreciation of–Appellant was engaged in a pattern of behaviour that caused immense mental and emotional distress–This included filing false and baseless criminal complaints against the respondent and his family which not only strained their relationship but also caused significant damage to his reputation and peace of mind–Parties have been living separately for two decades and the marriage has irretrievably broken down–Appellant’s insistence for reconciliation appears to be more of a strategy to prolong the proceedings rather than a genuine effort to revive the relationship–Judgment passed by the High Court deserves to be upheld–Respondent- husband is directed to pay a sum of Rs. 50,00,000/- as permanent alimony and an additional amount of Rs 50,00,000/- to daughter for her education and future expenses.
