Part II (sections 36 to 74) and Order XXI of the Civil Procedure Code provide for the execution of decrees and orders. In this context, "execution" is the process by which the court's judgement is brought into effect, allowing for the implementation or giving effect to the order passed by the court.

Where one party fails to comply with the requirements of the execution following divorce/dissolution, a contempt petition may be filed by the other party. Such person may even be arrested if contempt is proved.

Independent legal remedies are available to parties seeking financial relief under the Hindu Adoptions and Maintenance Act 1956.