Author: Aryan Pathak

The division of marital property during divorce proceedings remains an underdeveloped area within Indian matrimonial law. While many countries have adopted clear statutory regimes recognizing the concept of marital property and equitable distribution, Indian personal laws often lead to inconsistent outcomes and gender-based injustice. This research paper examines the existing legal framework governing the division of marital property across various personal laws in India, highlighting the gaps in statutory clarity and judicial interpretation. Through a comparative analysis, it also explores models of community property and equitable distribution from other countries to propose reforms suitable for India. In India, the dissolution…