Live In Relationships Agreements Format in India

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Live-In Relationship Agreement (Draft Format)

This Live-In Relationship Agreement (the "Agreement") is made and entered into as of this ___ day of ___________, 2024, by and between:

1. [Partner A’s Full Name], having PAN/Aadhaar No. […], residing at [Partner A’s Address] ("Partner A"), and
2. [Partner B’s Full Name], having PAN/Aadhaar No. […], residing at [Partner B’s Address] ("Partner B").
Collectively referred to as the "Partners".

RECITALS

WHEREAS, Partner A is [single/divorced] and Partner B is [single/divorced];

WHEREAS, the Partners wish to establish the terms of their live-in relationship, including financial and personal arrangements;

WHEREAS, the Partners desire to clearly define their mutual rights and obligations to prevent any misunderstandings;

NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants contained herein, the Partners agree as follows:

1. Nature of Relationship

1.1 Open Relationship: The Partners agree that their relationship is open, and neither Partner is obligated to be sexually or emotionally faithful to the other.

1.2 Sexual Activity: The relationship will include consensual sexual activity, which both Partners acknowledge and consent to.

2. Living Arrangements and Financial Responsibilities

2.1 Separate Residences: The Partners will live separately and each will bear their own living expenses.

2.2 Joint or Shared Residence: Should the Partner choose to reside together in a joint or shared residence during the term of this Agreement, they agree to share the expenses related to the shared residence in a manner mutually agreed upon. This does not alter the separate financial obligations each partner has outside of the shared residence.

2.3 Financial Independence: Each Partner will maintain their own separate bank accounts. Neither Partner is required to provide access to their financial accounts to the other Partner. There will be no financial accountability or support obligations between the partners.

2.4 Income and Expenses: Each Partner’s income will be their own, and they will be solely responsible for their own financial obligations and expenses.

3. Duration and Termination

3.1 Term: This Agreement shall be effective for a term of one (1) year from the date of execution, unless terminated earlier according to the provisions set forth herein.

3.2 Termination: Either Partner may terminate this Agreement by providing written notice to the other Partner. Upon termination, each Partner shall part ways amicably and shall not raise any further claims or issues.

3.3 Joint/Shared Residence Upon Termination:
3.3.1 Division of Expenses: If the Partners were residing together in a joint or shared residence at the time of termination, they shall equally divide any outstanding expenses related to the shared residence up to the termination date.
3.3.2 Possession and Removal of Belongings: Each partner is entitled to remove their personal belongings from the joint or shared residence within [Number of Days] days following the termination of the Agreement.
3.3.3. Property and Lease: If a lease or ownership of the joint or shared residence is in both names, both partners agree to cooperate in resolving any lease or property agreements, including notifying the landlord or relevant authorities if necessary. Each partner will be responsible for their own costs associated with these arrangements.
3.3.4 Transfer of Residence: If one partner is the sole leaseholder or owner of the joint or shared residence, the departing partner shall vacate the residence and transfer their interest in the lease or property to the remaining partner, if applicable. The departing partner shall have no further claim to the residence.

3.4 Upon Termination: Upon termination of this Agreement, each Partner will retain their own assets, income, properties, possessions, and financial resources and will not make any further claims against the other. Each Partner agrees to return any personal property or possessions belonging to the other Partner that may be in their possession at the time of termination.

3.5 Effective Date of Termination: Termination shall be effective on the date specified in the written notice, and all obligations under this Agreement shall cease as of that date.

3.6 No Alimony or Maintenance: Upon termination of this Agreement, neither partner shall be entitled to, nor shall either partner claim, any form of alimony, maintenance, or financial support from the other.

4. Liability and Claims

4.1 No Liability: Neither Partner shall have any financial or emotional liability to the other. 

4.2 No Claims to Property: Neither Partner shall claim any assets, income or properties weather movable or immovable belonging to the other Partner.

5. Confidentiality and Privacy

5.1 Confidentiality: The Partners agree to keep the details of this Agreement and their relationship confidential. Neither Partner shall disclose any financial information or personal details of the other.

5.2 No Contact with Family and Relatives: The Partners shall not contact or involve each other's family, friends, or acquaintances regarding this Agreement or the relationship.

6. Dispute Resolution

6.1 Resolution: Any disputes arising under this Agreement will be settled amicably through discussions between the Partners. If a resolution cannot be reached, the dispute may be submitted to mediation.

7. Marriage Clause

7.1 No Marriage: The Partners expressly agree and acknowledge that they will not pursue or enter into marriage, nor will they have any intention of marriage or claim any marital rights or benefits in the future.

8. Assets and Properties

8.1 Ownership of Assets: Each Partner shall retain full ownership of their individual assets and properties both movable and immovable acquired before or during the term of this Agreement. Neither Partner shall claim, demand, or assume ownership of any asset or property belonging to the other Partner.

8.2 No Claims: The Partners agree that no claim shall be made by either Partner against the other for any assets or properties both movable and immovable, including but not limited to real estate, personal property, investments, or financial accounts, etc whether acquired before or during the relationship

8.3 Division Upon Termination: In the event of termination of this Agreement, each Partner will retain their own assets and properties both movable and immovable. There will be no division, transfer, or claim of each other’s assets or properties weather movable and immovable.

8.4 No Property Rights: Neither Partner shall acquire any property rights or entitlements to the other Partner’s assets or possessions weather movable and immovable as a result of this Agreement or the relationship.

9. Binding Effect

9.1 Legally Binding: This Agreement is legally binding upon the Partners and their respective heirs, successors, and assigns.

10. Advice, Execution, Truthfulness, Severability, etc

10.1 Legal and Financial Advice: The Partners acknowledge that they have received independent legal and financial advice prior to entering into this Agreement.

10.2 Execution:
10.2.1 Voluntary Execution: This Agreement is executed voluntarily by the Partners with a full understanding of its terms.
10.2.2 No Coercion or Undue Influence: Both Partners affirm that they are entering into this Agreement without any force, fraud, undue influence, or any other form of coercion or pressure from the other Partner or any third party.
10.2.3 Witness Signatures: This Agreement is signed by the parties in the presence of two witnesses.

10.3 Truthfulness of Statements: Each Partner represents and warrants that all statements and representations made in this Agreement are true and accurate to the best of their knowledge. Neither Partner shall be held responsible or liable for any inaccuracies, misstatements, or falsehoods in the information provided by the other Partner. Each Partner agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the other Partner from any claims, damages, or liabilities arising from any such inaccuracies, misstatements, or falsehoods.

10.4 Severability: In the event that any provision of this Agreement is found to be invalid, unenforceable, or void by a court of competent jurisdiction, such invalidity, unenforceability, or voidness shall not affect the remaining provisions of this Agreement, which shall continue in full force and effect. The Partners agree to negotiate in good faith to replace any invalid, unenforceable, or void provision with a valid provision that most closely approximates the original intent of the invalid provision.

10.5 Prior agreements: This Agreement constitutes the entire understanding between the Partners and supersedes all prior agreements or understandings, whether oral or written.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Partners have executed this Live-In Relationship Agreement as of the day and year first above written.

Partner A:                                                                       (Signatures)
Name: ________________________________
Address: ______________________________
______________________________________
Partner B:
Name: ________________________________ 
Address: ______________________________
______________________________________

Witnesses:
1. Name: ______________________________
Address: ______________________________
______________________________________
2. Name: ______________________________ 
Address: ______________________________ 
______________________________________

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