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Live-in relationships in India: What legal rights do partners have? FAQs explained
Times of India
October 6, 2026
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Explore Today's NewsIn India, live-in relationships hold a legal status that provides certain rights to each partner, though they are not classified as marriage. The judiciary evaluates these relationships by considering aspects like duration and shared duties. Women can pursue maintenance or domestic violence protecti
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