Uttarakhand high court cites ‘child’s dignity’, nixes DNA test plea in adultery row
Uttarakhand High Court has upheld a family court's decision to deny a husband's plea for a minor child's DNA test in a matrimonial dispute. The court emphasized that such tests are not routine and strongly protect a child's legitimacy, dignity, and privacy within a valid marriage, citing Section 112 of the Indian Evidence Act.
Uttarakhand High Court has upheld a family court's decision to deny a husband's plea for a minor child's DNA test in a matrimonial dispute. The court emphasized that such tests are not routine and strongly protect a child's legitimacy, dignity, and privacy within a valid marriage, citing Section 112 of the Indian Evidence Act.
