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Gender Perspectives and Live-in Relationships : Challenges Faced by Women, Men, and Third-Gender Partners

Author(s) Ms. Anushka Chauhan
Country India
Abstract This research paper explores the complex issues of live-in relationships in India, with special attention given to
issues experienced by men, women, and third-gender individuals. The study covers the social-legal scenario on
live-in relationships, their status of recognition according to Indian law, and altering judicial interpretations
upholding the rights of individuals under live-in relationships. Even though live-in relationships have gotten
some legal recognition through judicial verdicts, especially under the Protection of Women from Domestic
Violence Act, 2005, there remain loopholes in the law, particularly on gender equity, same-sex relations, and
rights of the third-gender. The paper gives a critical analysis of the problems of these individuals, such as social
stigma, lack of legal protection, and denial of inheritance and maintenance rights. Through a critical analysis of
case laws, the study places the role of the judiciary in identifying such relationships into perspective, while
critiquing the inconsistency and moral overtones of judicial decisions. The article concludes on a list of policy
suggestions that aim towards legislative reform, including the acknowledgement of live-in relationships through
an overhaul law, changes in family laws, and stronger protection under the PWDVA. Legal reforms must be
implemented in order to give equal rights to all, irrespective of the gender or sexual orientation, and create legal
certainty for non-traditional family forms in a fast-changing society.
Keywords Live-in relationship, Socio-legal, Maintenance, Legal status, Cultural morality, Discrimination, Economic Vulnerabily.
Field Sociology > Administration / Law / Management
Published In Volume 7, Issue 3, May-June 2025
Published On 2025-06-28
DOI https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i03.48640
Short DOI https://doi.org/g9rnzz
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