• Chetna Gupta

Live -in relationships are a relatively recent phenomenon and have generated significant interest and controversy in recent years. Live-in relationship, refer to a situation where two individuals live together as partners, without being legally married . Despite the growing prevalence of such relationships in India, Indian regime on this issue remains fragmented and inadequate, leading to various challenges faced by partners in these relationships. The present study aims to critically analyze Indian legal regime on live-in relationships and to shed light on rights and protections afforded to partners in these relationships. It will provide in-depth examination of legal provisions relevant to live-in relationships, including the constitutional and statutory provisions, as well as the judicial interpretations of these provisions. This study will also explore impact of cultural and social norms on legal regime for live-in relationships and examine challenges faced by partners in accessing justice & protecting their rights. The study will employ a qualitative research design, drawing on a comprehensive review of secondary sources, including previous studies, case law, and legislative provisions. The study will provide a comprehensive study of legal regime of India on such relationships and its implications for partners in these relationships. The findings of the study will be of significant interest to scholars, policymakers, and practitioners working in the fields of law, sociology, and gender studies. This study aims to enhance current understanding of live-in relationships by conducting a thorough review of the legal framework and its consequences for parties involved in such relationships. The study's findings will have substantial implications for policy, practice, and future research in this field. This research aims to offer suggestions for future improvements in legal framework of live-in relationships, routinely with goal of improving rights & safeguards of partners involved in such relationships. In conclusion, the study on Live-in-Relationships: The Indian Legal Regime and its Critical Analysis is a much-needed contribution to the understanding of this complex and evolving issue in India. It will provide valuable insights into legal regime on live-in relationships in India and impact of such relationships on rights & protections of partners in these relationships. The findings of the research will have far-reaching impact on policy and practice, as well as for future research in this area.

"Legal Status of Live In relationships In India: The Judicial Interpretations", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.11, Issue 4, page no.d599-d606, April-2024, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2404376.pdf

"Legal Status of Live In relationships In India: The Judicial Interpretations", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.11, Issue 4, page no. ppd599-d606, April-2024, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2404376.pdf