Post Divorce

No — name change is optional.It is a personal choice, not legal compulsion.

Only on limited grounds like fraud.

Court can revisit financial orders.Penalties may apply.

Yes — stridhan belongs entirely to the woman.Recoverable even after divorce.

No inheritance rights remain after divorce.

No automatic ownership right.Support comes through maintenance/alimony.

In India, property is not automatically split between spouses after divorce.Whoever legally owns a property usually keeps it, unless the

Court may attach property, deduct salary, or impose imprisonment. Failure to pay does not end the obligation; the person remains

Yes; courts revise amounts if income or needs change.Applications can be filed for increase, decrease, or termination.

Yes; court may order permanent alimony based on financial need.