Commercial The Family Courts Act, 1984 Bare Act by Commercial’s Editorial Board Latest Edition

This edition of The Family Courts Act, 1984 (Act 66 of 1984), as amended by the Family Courts (Amendment) Act, 2022 (No. 16 of 2022, dated 12-8-2022), presents an updated and authoritative bare act text reflecting the law as currently in force. Published by Commercial Law Publishers, this 2026 edition reproduces the statutory provisions exactly as enacted, supplemented with short comments to aid clarity and practical reference, while maintaining the integrity of the bare law format.

The Act lays down the legal framework for the establishment of Family Courts and prescribes their jurisdiction, powers, and procedures in matters relating to family disputes, including marriage, divorce, maintenance, custody, guardianship, and allied issues. This edition incorporates all amendments brought into effect by the 2022 Amendment Act, ensuring alignment with the latest legislative intent and procedural reforms.

This bare act edition is particularly suitable for:
• Law students and academicians requiring an updated statutory text for study and reference
• Advocates and litigators practising in family law and matrimonial matters
• Judicial officers and legal professionals dealing with family court proceedings