Gujarat High Court Upholds Divorce Over Religious Dietary Restrictions: 23-Year Marriage Ends Due to Onion and Garlic Dispute

Dec 10, 2025 01:40 pm CST

A 23-year marriage in Gujarat ended in divorce after prolonged conflict over the wife's religious practice of avoiding onion and garlic consumption. The Gujarat High Court upheld the family court's divorce verdict while addressing outstanding alimony issues. The case highlights how deeply religious dietary practices can impact marital relationships within Indian cultural contexts.