An adult couple sought protection from relatives who opposed their relationship and allegedly threatened interference with their matrimonial life.
Judge / Bench — Hon’ble Mr. Justice Mohd. Yousuf Wani, Judge
After noting the age documents, affidavits and statements recorded before the Registrar Judicial, the Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh High Court directed official respondents 1–6 to ensure freedom from unjustified harassment and provide protection when sought. Private respondents 7–11 were also directed to desist from illegal harassment. The petition was disposed of at the threshold, with an express reservation that the order did not pronounce on the marriage’s validity under personal law. The practical relief concerns safety and liberty; it must not be presented as a declaration of marital status or as resolving other proceedings that may lawfully arise.
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Advocates appearing — Petitioners — Mr. Bilal Ahmad Khan, Advocate; the petitioners were also present in person. Respondents — Nemo (as expressly recorded).