Shreeya, Dabolim, [Vasco, GOA, 403802]

12/07/2023
Varun, Chicalim, GOA, 403803
Subject: Legal Notice for Cruelty under Section 498A of the Indian Penal Code
Dear Varun,
I, Jashaswee, representing Shreeya, hereby serve this legal notice to bring to your attention the grave matter of
cruelty perpetrated against my client, Shreeya by you, Varun. This notice is issued in accordance with the
provisions of Section 498A of the Indian Penal Code and seeks to address the unlawful actions and
consequences thereof.
Background:
1. Shreeya and Varun were married on 21/07/2020 in Goa. A copy of the marriage certificate is enclosed
herewith as Annexure A.
2. Following the marriage, Shreeya has been subjected to relentless acts of cruelty by you, Varun.
3. These acts of cruelty have caused severe mental and physical trauma to Shreeya, leading to an
irreparable breakdown of the marital relationship.
Instances of Cruelty:
1. Specify instances of cruelty in a chronological order, providing relevant details of each incident, such as
date, time, location, and a description of the incident.
a. On [12/09/2021], at approximately [9:30 am], at Chicalim, you physically Shreeya, by repeatedly hitting
her, causing severe injuries to her face and body. And later when my client tried to move out of the house,
you apologized saying that this would not repeat and you were mentally stressed, hence this physical assault
occurred at breakfast table.
b. On [17/10/2021], at approximately [18:10 pm], at Chicalim, you subjected Shreeya to verbal abuse,
demeaning her character and hurling derogatory remarks at her in public.
c. Repetitive verbal abuse to my client and her family has happened throughout the year 2022.
Legal Consequences:
1. The aforementioned acts of cruelty are in violation of Section 498A of the Indian Penal Code, which
criminalizes cruelty by a husband or his relatives towards a married woman.
2. Section 498A imposes penalties on those found guilty, including imprisonment for a term that may
extend to three years and/or a fine.
Demand:
1. I hereby demand that you immediately cease all acts of cruelty, harassment, and abuse against Shreeya
2. You are further required to provide a written undertaking within 14 days, from the date of receipt of this
notice, assuring that you will refrain from engaging in any further acts of cruelty against Shreeya.
3. In the event of your failure to comply with the above-stated demands, my client reserves the right to
initiate appropriate legal proceedings against you, seeking appropriate remedies, including but not
limited to filing a criminal complaint under Section 498A of the Indian Penal Code.
Please be advised that any further communication in this matter should be directed to my office. Failure to
comply with this notice may result in legal action being taken against you without further notice.
Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter.
Yours sincerely,
Jashaswee, Associate, Pankh Law firm.
Goa, 403801.
Enclosures:
 Annexure A: Copy of Marriage Certificate