Section 19 of FCA : Section 19: Appeal

Explanation using Example

Imagine a couple, Ravi and Priya, decide to get a divorce due to irreconcilable differences. After the proceedings, the Family Court grants the divorce along with an order for alimony. Ravi, however, believes that the alimony amount is unfairly high and not justified by the facts of the case or the law. According to Section 19(1) of The Family Courts Act, 1984, Ravi can appeal the Family Court's order to the High Court on both the facts and the law within 30 days, as stated in Section 19(3).

However, if Ravi and Priya had mutually agreed to the terms of their divorce and the alimony, and this consent was recorded in the Family Court's decree, Ravi would not be able to appeal this decision under Section 19(2) because the order was made with the consent of both parties.