What if the 498a, dv, etc. turns out to be false?

Rakaish B (Querist) 08 March 2012 This query is : Resolved
The most common instrument for a woman is to file 498a, DV, etc. However, what if these cases turn out to be false in the court? What actions can be taken against such a woman/her family?

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ajay sethi (Expert) 08 March 2012
if false 498 A case has been filed by the lady and it is proved to be false it amounts to mental cruelty and a ground for divorce .

if wife has deliberately given false evidence on oath she is criminally liable . you can also sue for defamation

Kirti Kar Tripathi (Expert) 08 March 2012
Agree with Ajai. It can be good ground for divorce and defamation is also attracted.

Arvind Singh Chauhan (Expert) 08 March 2012
In addition to Sethi Sir, Suit for malicious prosecution may lie against them, and proceeding under 340 Cr.P.C may also be initiated.

Shonee Kapoor (Expert) 08 March 2012
Lot of actions including case for defamation and malicious prosecution can be filed against her.

Depends on the facts of your case and the judgement.

Regards,

Shonee Kapoor
harassed.by.498a@gmail.com