Legal Rights of Women and Children in Live in Relationship

Author(s)	Dr. Shikha Bhatnagar
Country	India
Abstract	Live-in relationships are emerging as a new trend and are viewed as an alternative to marriage with fewer legal obligations. This arrangement is often preferred by young people who wish to test compatibility before committing to a long-term relationship, and by those whose job requirements do not accommodate the commitments of marriage. Despite its growing popularity, Indian society often views live-in relationships as immoral and inappropriate. However, the legal system has started to recognize and validate such unions. There is currently no specific law governing live-in relationships or prescribing protections for women and children involved in them. This article examines the rights of women and child in live-in relationships and the legal provisions available to protect them from abuse and harassment. It also explores the status and rights of children born outside of marriage and proposes measures to regulate and recognize live-in relationships.
Keywords	: Live-in Relationship , protection of women, rights of children, recognition of live-in relationships
Published In	Volume 7, Issue 4, July-August 2025
Published On	2025-07-18
DOI	https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i04.51127

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