Simran Kumar, Amity Law School, Noida
ABSTRACT
This article examines the manifold impact of divorce on women's empowerment within the legal framework of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 (“Act”). Through a comprehensive analysis of the Act's provisions and their implications, the article explores how divorce acts as a mechanism for women to assert their independence and dignity. It examines the economic and social dimensions of women's empowerment post-divorce, highlighting both the opportunities and challenges presented within Hindu society. Ultimately, the abstract highlights the transformative potential of divorce in fostering women's empowerment and advancing gender equality within marital relationships under the Act.
