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Father Must Provide for Child Despite Mother’s Income: Allahabad High Court

Shruti Mahapatra4 months ago4 months ago04 mins

The Allahabad High Court ruled that a father cannot avoid his responsibility to provide for his child, even if the mother is working and earning. The court overturned a family court decision, ensuring the child’s right to maintenance.

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High Court Rules Widowed Daughter-in-Law Can Claim Maintenance from Father-in-Law

Shruti Mahapatra6 months ago6 months ago03 mins

The Allahabad High Court has ruled that a widowed daughter-in-law can claim maintenance from her father-in-law if she has no financial means. The court reduced the original maintenance from Rs 3,000 to Rs 1,000 per month, considering the father-in-law’s age and dependency on his other sons.