can some one tell me whether in India pre-nuptial agreement is valid or not?
I could get this.....
Are prenuptial agreements valid and enforceable in India?
A prenuptial agreement is a contract between two individuals who are about to get married, outlining the state of finances and personal liabilities in case the marriage fails. Though it is not popular in India, the instrument helps avoid financial disputes and trauma at the time of separation.
In India, prenuptial agreements are neither legal, nor valid under the marriage laws because they do not consider marriage as a contract. A marriage is treated as a religious bond between husband and wife and prenuptial agreements don't find social acceptance. However, these are governed by the Indian Contract Act and have as much sanctity as any other contract, oral or written.
The Indian courts take cognisance of a prenuptial agreement if both the parties mutually agree to it and sign it voluntarily, without any undue influence, force or threat. Besides, the agreement should be fair, clearly stating the division of property, personal possessions and financial assets of the parties, and should be certified by a separate lawyer for each.
Are prenuptial agreements valid and enforceable in India? - timesofindia-economictimes