The Gujarat High Court ruled that a wife’s alleged extramarital affair, without solid proof, cannot be a reason to deny her custody of children, emphasizing child welfare and legal compliance.
The Patna High Court refused to hand over a minor wife to her husband, citing child marriage laws. The husband must open a bank account and deposit money for their newborn’s welfare.
The Bombay High Court has rejected a father’s plea for custody of his 3-year-old daughter, citing his history of anger issues and abusive behavior. The court ruled that the child’s welfare is the top priority.
The Kerala High Court ruled that a mother’s morality in society should not decide a child’s custody. It granted shared custody, stating that the child’s welfare is the most important factor.
The Karnataka High Court upheld a family court ruling that granted a father custody of his child after the mother prioritized her illicit relationship over the child’s well-being.
The Supreme Court quashed an FIR against a father for taking his son from the mother’s custody, emphasizing that child custody disputes should focus on the child’s welfare, not criminal cases.
The Madras High Court advises estranged couples to foster empathy and hospitality during child visitation, emphasizing the importance of a supportive environment for the child’s well-being.
The Delhi High Court upheld the Family Court’s decision allowing a mother to take her child to Malaysia for nine days, emphasizing the child’s welfare as the primary consideration.
The Supreme Court sentenced a couple to six months in jail for bigamy but allowed them to serve their time alternately, ensuring one parent is always with their child. The Court criticized the earlier lenient sentence and stressed the need for appropriate punishment in serious cases.
The Kerala High Court ruled that a mother’s societal morality does not necessarily impact her ability to provide for her child’s welfare, granting shared custody in a case where the family court had favored the father.
