Indian Polity · Polity
With reference to the Tort of Alienation of Affection (AoA), consider the following statements: I. It is a common law tort that enables a spouse to seek civil damages from a third party for willful and malicious interference resulting in loss of marital affection or consortium. II. In India, it is expressly codified in statutory law and is exclusively triable by Family Courts. III. The Delhi High Court has indicated that, even after the decriminalisation of adultery in Joseph Shine v. Union of India, a civil claim against a third party for intentional interference in a marriage is not barred. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- 1I, II and III
- 2I and II only
- 3II only
- 4I and III only✓
Correct answer
I and III only
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