Can screenshots and social media posts establish cruelty in marriage?
The wife has produced 4–5 screenshots in court on different occasions, alleging that the husband abused her. However, these screenshots were taken after she had already left the matrimonial home, during online arguments. While they were living together, she had no such screenshots. The husband has screenshots of normal and respectful conversations and claims that the wife provoked him by blocking and unblocking him to collect evidence. He also states that he initially asked her to return, but she refused. Both parties communicate indirectly through social media statuses and reels intended to irritate each other, without directly naming or messaging anyone. Will the court treat this conduct as cruelty against the wife, or will it consider the overall circumstances and conduct of both parties?
Courts examine the full relationship, not just screenshots. Messages taken after separation or created through provocation have less value. If evidence shows mutual arguments, manipulation, or social media harassment by both sides, the court may not treat it as cruelty. Context, intent, and overall conduct are most important. For further legal assistance contact us on our helpline number.
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