Top 10 States in India with the Highest Divorce Rates
Kerala
Kerala has the highest divorce rate in India, approximately 2%, reflecting more liberal attitudes towards divorce
Maharashtra
Maharashtra, particularly Mumbai, has a divorce rate of about 1.8%, making it one of the highest in the country
Tamil Nadu
Tamil Nadu's divorce rate stands at around 1.7%, indicating a notable rise in recent years
Karnataka
Karnataka has a divorce rate of approximately 1.6%, with Bangalore contributing significantly to this figure
West Bengal
In West Bengal, the divorce rate is around 1.5%, with Kolkata being a major contributor
Delhi
Delhi has a divorce rate of approximately 1.5%, surpassing the national average
Telangana
Telangana, particularly Hyderabad, experiences a divorce rate of approximately 1.5%
Mizoram
Mizoram’s divorce rate is approximately 1.5%, where tribal culture influences societal norms regarding divorce