Shaadi ke time jo stridhan – jewellery, cash, gifts – bride ko milta hai, woh legally uska hi exclusive property maana jata hai, chahe kisne diya ho (parents, in-laws, friends). Marital breakdown ya domestic disputes me sabse pehle exactly yahi items tension ka centre ban jate hain.
Law clear hai: husband ya in-laws stridhan ko hold kar sakte hain, par uska ownership wife ka hi rahega. Agar woh wapas nahi dete, to criminal breach of trust tak ka case ban sakta hai. Civil side pe recovery suit, DV proceedings me return orders possible hain.
Joint gifts – like fridge, car, furniture – thoda grey area bana sakte hain; yahan use, contribution, and intention examine kiya jata hai.
Practical tip: jewellery photos, bills, gift lists, and locker details ka record maintain karna bahut helpful hota hai. Emotional time me bhi documentation future legal relief ko smooth bana sakta hai.
