Bombay HC: Father Can’t Deny Maintenance Based on Daughter’s Social Media Posts
The Bombay High Court recently ruled that a father cannot refuse maintenance to his daughter solely based on glamorous pictures posted on social media, which may not accurately depict her financial independence.
In a case where a family court had granted interim maintenance to a daughter, the father contested the decision, citing his daughter’s social media profile as proof of her substantial earnings. He claimed that she earned between Rs 72-80 lakh per month as a model, as evident from her online presence.
However, Justice Bharti Dangre’s bench disagreed with the father’s argument, affirming the family court’s decision. The court emphasized that social media posts portraying a lavish lifestyle do not necessarily prove financial independence or sufficient income.
The judgment highlighted that while today’s youth often present glossy images on social platforms, these portrayals may not always reflect reality. Therefore, the court concluded that without concrete evidence demonstrating the daughter’s actual earnings, the father cannot avoid his obligation to provide maintenance.
This ruling underscores the court’s cautious approach in assessing claims based on social media content and reaffirms the importance of substantive evidence in legal proceedings concerning financial support obligations.
As the case sets a precedent, it prompts a broader discussion on the role of social media in legal disputes and the need for verifiable evidence to substantiate claims in family court matters.
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