Supreme Court directs Mizo woman to file marriage‑inheritance case in Gauhati High Court

The Supreme Court of India, while hearing a petition filed by a woman from Mizoram, declined to intervene directly in her dispute over marriage and inheritance rights. Instead, the bench instructed her to approach the Gauhati High Court, which has jurisdiction over the northeastern states, including Mizoram.

The petitioner sought clarification on how personal law applies to her case, alleging that existing provisions do not adequately protect her rights as a married woman. The apex court noted that the matter falls within the purview of the high court and that a detailed examination at that level is required.

By directing the case to the Gauhati High Court, the Supreme Court aims to ensure that the issue is addressed in a forum equipped to handle regional legal nuances. The decision underscores the court's practice of delegating matters that can be resolved by lower courts, while reserving its own docket for broader constitutional questions.

The woman is expected to file a fresh petition in Guwahati, where the high court will consider the merits of her claim under the applicable marriage and inheritance statutes of Mizoram.