G v G [1924]

Key Points:

• Case Background:

◦ The case involved a claim where one party to the marriage was unable to consummate due to an "invincible repugnance"—a deep-seated and involuntary aversion.

• Legal Decision:

◦ The court ruled that such an inability to consummate due to an inherent and profound repugnance could be grounds for invalidating a marriage.

Impact and Analysis:

• Definition of Inability:

◦ The case expanded the understanding of marital inability to include not just physical incapacity but also severe emotional or psychological barriers, distinguishing it from mere dislike or inconvenience.

• Legal Precedent:

◦ It established that "invincible repugnance" must be substantial and more than superficial dislike, impacting decisions on marriage validity and the grounds for annulment.