Binita Niraj Dhanani v Niraj Chandulal Dhanani [2005] KEHC 2511 (KLR)
- Court
- High Court of Kenya
- Case number
- 2511
- Citation
- [2005] KEHC 2511 (KLR)
- Decided
- 26 May 2005
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TypenullityPosturepetition for nullificationCoramP. J. KAMAU
Holding
The marriage is nullified due to non-consummation.
Facts
The Petitioner filed a petition for nullification of their marriage with the Respondent, alleging non-consummation. The Respondent failed to appear and file an answer.
Issues
- non-consummation of marriage
- nullification grounds
Reasoning
The Respondent refused all sexual advances and attempts to consummate the marriage, constituting wilful refusal to consummate marriage.
Outcome
nullified
Orders
- marriage annulled
- decree nisi issued
Remedies
- nullity of marriage
Authorities cited
Legislation (2)
- Hindu Marriage and Divorce Act (Cap 157)
- Matrimonial Causes Act (Cap 152)
Cases cited (1)
- De Reneville V De Reneville (1948) P. 100
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