Right Laws can get you right in-laws & set good in-lives.

Family is the Fundamental unit of a Society and marriages are its founding. Like Companies & Indian Partnership/Contract Act are fundamental legislation for healthy economy. Similarly this is a Proposal of 2-laws that can bring in Fundamental Positive Change to Indian Social Fabric.

Indian Marital Code (IMC), 2025

Preamble

The Indian Marital Code (IMC) is enacted to promote Safer, consensual, equitable, and harmonious marital unions in India, ensuring the security, mutual respect, and emotional well-being of spouses. It emphasizes prevention of marital discord, protection from abuse, and facilitation of joyful partnerships. This Genders-Religions Neutral Code intends to equally apply to all citizens of India and residents, superseding conflicting customary laws where they undermine equality or consent.

Chapter I: Formation of Marriage

Section 1: Eligibility for Marriage
No person under 21 years (male) or 18 years (female) & under basic mental-moral eligibility shall marry. Both parties must provide test reports & affirmative written pre-marital consent, verified by independent witnesses or digital affidavit. Mental-Moral competency and absence of coercion are mandatory.

Section 2: Registration of Marriage
All marriages shall be pre-evaluated & registered within 30 days at a government portal or registrar’s office. Includes biometric verification to prevent love-Marital frauds. Non-registration invalidates legal protections but not the union.

Section 3: Prohibited Relationships
Marriage within prohibited degrees of kinship (as per Schedule I) is void. Polygamy and polyandry are prohibited; second marriages during subsistence of first are punishable by up to 5 years imprisonment.

Chapter II: Rights and Duties of Spouses

Section 4: Mutual Respect and Equality
Spouses have equal rights to dignity, decision-making, and household resources. Domestic finances, roles & chores shall be shared equitably (note not equally but equitably means considering work-life balance); no spouse may enforce oppression of genders but Share Responsibility-Rights & Roles.

Section 5: Financial Obligations
Both spouses contribute to family finances proportionally to income. Joint bank accounts recommended; denial of provisional or financial & Child access-support or non-sharing by anyone spouse (burdening one) towards family-alienation or expenses constitutes relational & economic abuse.

Section 6: Intimacy and Consent
Marital intimacy requires ongoing affirmative consent. Non-consensual & hurtful acts are punishable as assault, with provisions for counseling before legal action.

Section 7: Communication and Counseling
Mandatory pre-marital counseling on compatibility & conflict resolution. Annual marital health check-ins like appraisals  via neutral government apps encouraged to foster happiness. (Marriage is a Process between 3 parties 2 Spouses & Govt (thru religious or secular rituals).

Chapter III: Protection from Marital Harm

Section 8: Domestic Violence Prohibition
Any physical, emotional, or psychological harm to either spouse is a cognizable offense, punishable by 1-7 years imprisonment and fines. Immediate protection orders available via helpline.

Section 9: Dowry and Gifts
Both Sides Demanding or accepting dowry or dower is void and punishable by 5 years rigorous imprisonment. Marital_Gifts must be voluntary and documented during wedding or for first 3 years. But Matrimonial home to be considered as an asset and incubation of new-family by Parental home-service. Narc In-laws interference and poaching of kids or spouse to be avoided. (Ghar-Jamai Abuse Prevention)

Section 10: Marital Rape
Non-consensual sexual acts within marriage are criminalized, with penalties mirroring general rape laws (7 years to life).

Chapter IV: Dissolution of Marriage

Section 11: Grounds for Divorce
Irretrievable breakdown, cruelty, desertion (2 years), adultery, or mutual consent. No-fault divorce available after 1 year separation with mediation.

Section 12: Divorce Procedure
Mediation mandatory for 6 months. Courts prioritize child welfare and equitable asset division (50-50 split unless proven otherwise).

Section 13: Alimony and Maintenance
Spouse in need entitled to 25% of combined income for 5 years post-divorce, extendable if children involved. Child support: 20% per child.

Chapter V: Miscellaneous

Section 14: Marital Happiness Incentives
Tax rebates for couples completing joint counseling. Government subsidies for date nights and family retreats to promote bonding.

Section 15: Penalties and Appeals
First offenses under this Code attract counseling over fines. Appeals to Family Courts within 90 days.

Schedule I: Prohibited Degrees (Omitted for brevity; includes siblings, direct ascendants/descendants.)

This Code spans approximately 3 pages when formatted in standard legal print (A4, 12pt font, single-spaced). Enacted for safer, happier Indian marriages.

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Bharatiya Kutumb Sanhita (BKS), 2025

Preamble

The Bharatiya Kutumb Sanhita (BKS) is legislated to safeguard family structures, nurture intergenerational harmony, and ensure the joy and security of Indian families. It focuses on child protection, elder care, equitable inheritance, and conflict resolution for resilient, loving households. Applicable nationwide, it harmonizes with constitutional rights.

Chapter I: Family Formation and Structure

Section 1: Recognition of Family Units
Nuclear, joint, single-parent, and adoptive families equally recognized. Live-in relationships after 2 years auto-registered as civil unions with inheritance rights.

Section 2: Adoption Laws
Adoption open to all genders/sexual orientations above 25 years. Priority to Indian orphans; inter-country adoptions regulated for child welfare.

Section 3: Surrogacy Regulations
Altruistic surrogacy only; commercial banned. Intended parents must prove financial stability and undergo psychological evaluation.

Chapter II: Rights and Responsibilities in Family

Section 4: Parental Duties
Parents equally responsible for child’s education, health, and emotional growth up to 21 years. Shared custody default in separations.

Section 5: Elder Care Obligations
Adult children must provide maintenance to aging parents (60+ years), enforceable via monthly stipends. Neglect punishable by 1-year community service.

Section 6: Child Rights
Every child entitled to safe home, nutrition, and playtime. Corporal punishment banned; emotional abuse reportable via child helplines.

Section 7: Family Dispute Resolution
Village/family panchayats empowered for minor disputes with gender-neutral mediation. Escalation to Family Courts if unresolved in 30 days.

Chapter III: Protection and Welfare

Section 8: Prevention of Family Violence
Intra-family violence (including sibling rivalry) criminalized; shelters and counseling provided. Hotlines for anonymous reporting.

Section 9: Inheritance and Property
Equal shares for all children regardless of gender. Widows inherit full spousal share. Wills must be registered to avoid disputes.

Section 10: Mental Health Provisions
Family therapy subsidized for stress-related issues. Suicide prevention integrated into school/family curricula.

Chapter IV: Support for Family Happiness

Section 11: Child and Youth Programs
Government-mandated family bonding days (e.g., annual picnics). Scholarships for children from harmonious families.

Section 12: Economic Support
Family allowance for low-income households (₹5,000/month per child). Tax benefits for joint family living to encourage unity.

Section 13: Dissolution of Family Ties
Emancipation of minors at 18 with court approval. Property division in family splits prioritizes vulnerable members.

Chapter V: Enforcement and Remedies

Section 14: Family Courts
Dedicated courts with counselors; virtual hearings for accessibility. Fast-track for urgent welfare cases.

Section 15: Amendments and Review
Annual review by National Family Commission. Public input via apps for evolving family needs.

Schedule II: Family Welfare Resources (Omitted for brevity; lists helplines, apps, and subsidies.)

This Sanhita spans approximately 3 pages in standard legal format (A4, 12pt font, single-spaced). Designed for safer, happier Bharatiya kutumbs.