chemistry, was running a Small Scale Industry. After their marriage, the parties were initially residing at Ville Parle. On 23-9-1989, a daughter was born to the couple. As the appellant’s mother-in-law remained busy in her social activities, the appellant’s mother used to look after said child. However, differences arose between the appellant and her mother-in-law. The appellant was hospitalized in June 1993 on account of blood pressure. After discharge, her mother-in-law did not allow her to stay with the respondent and hence, she was required to reside separately. The respondent acquired a flat at Dahisar and shifted there in July, 1993. The appellant stayed there with the respondent for a month. On 9-9-1993, a son was born to the couple. The appellant had thereafter started residing at her mother’s place and subsequently, in a residential accommodation belonging to her maternal aunt. Since July 1999, she was staying with her mother. Though she was ready to reside with her husband, either at Ville Parle or any other nearby place without disturbing the children’s status, no arrangements were made by the respondent. Hence, ultimately, she filed Petition No.A-812 of 2000 under Section 9 of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 (for short the said Act) seeking restitution of conjugal rights.
