Santhini vs Vijaya Venketesh

The Supreme Court, in a two-Judge Bench decision, addressed the transfer of matrimonial cases under Section 13 of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, emphasizing the need for convenience to the wife. The Court proposed that if a husband files a case in a jurisdiction where the wife does not reside, he should bear her travel expenses, thereby reducing inconvenience and delays in proceedings. The Court's holding suggests a shift towards ensuring equitable access to justice in matrimonial disputes, advocating for a general order to facilitate this principle.