Child Custody and Territorial Jurisdiction: The Concept of “Ordinary Residence” In international child custody disputes, the first battle is often not about who gets the child, but where the case should be heard. For NRI parents, the question of territorial jurisdiction under Section 9 of the Guardians and Wards Act, 1890, is pivotal. A significant…

NRI Parents, Child’s Return to India This Supreme Court–based article explains how Indian courts decide territorial jurisdiction in NRI child custody disputes, especially when one parent tries to retract consent by alleging coercion or duress. It is drafted for Legal Light Consulting in an educational, client-friendly format. In the case under discussion, both parents were…

Child Custody Jurisdiction in NRI Disputes: A Critical Guide for Parents Cross-border child custody disputes are among the most emotionally charged and legally complex issues in family law. When one parent is an NRI (Non-Resident Indian), jurisdiction becomes a key battleground, often determining the entire outcome of the case. A recent judgment has clarified the…