The husband may sue against the wife for restitution of conjugal life if the wife, without lawful cause, ceases to cohabit with her husband. This suit is maintainable only against legally married wife. However, a husband cannot file such a suit if the contract of marriage is dissolved.
What is the meaning of conjugals?
Conjugal means relating to marriage or a married couple’s relationship, especially their sexual relationship.
What is the case of restitution of conjugal rights?
Simply put, Section 9 of the Hindu Marriage Act states that if either of the two parties to a marriage withdraws from the other’s society, the aggrieved party is free to petition the district court for the restitution of conjugal rights.