Case Law Analysis
|Himachal Pradesh High Court
CPC Section 24 | Financial Hardship and Abuse Justify Transfer of Matrimonial Case Beyond Territorial Jurisdiction : Himachal HC
The Himachal Pradesh High Court transferred a divorce petition from Kangra to Kullu under CPC Section 24, holding that the wife’s severe financial constraints, 178km distance from her support network, and uncontroverted allegations of domestic abuse outweigh territorial jurisdiction. This ruling affirms that access to justice in matrimonial disputes must prioritize the petitioner’s safety and practical well-being, setting a precedent for gender-sensitive forum selection in family law.