Non-resumption of cohabitation between the parties after the passing of decree of judicial separation is a ground for divorce under Sec. 13(1A) (i) of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955. Non-resumption of cohabitation must be for a minimum period of :

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Non-resumption of cohabitation between the parties after the passing of decree of judicial separation is a ground for divorce under Sec. 13(1A) (i) of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955. Non-resumption of cohabitation must be for a minimum period of :

A: 6 Months

B: 1 Year

C: 18 Months

D: 2 Years

The answer is: B

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Explanation

The correct answer is: (B) 1 Year.

Explanation:
Under the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, Section 13(1A)(i) provides a ground for divorce when there has been no resumption of cohabitation between the husband and wife after a decree of judicial separation.

According to this provision:

If the husband and wife do not resume living together for a continuous period of at least 1 year after the decree of judicial separation, either party can file a petition for divorce.

In simple words:

First, the court grants judicial separation.
If the couple does not start living together again for 1 year, then either spouse can seek divorce under Section 13(1A)(i).

✅ Correct Option: (B) 1 Year