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Even a Jobless Husband Must Pay Maintenance to Wife: Punjab and Haryana High Court

Shruti Mahapatra2 months ago2 months ago03 mins

The Punjab and Haryana High Court ruled that a husband, even if unemployed or a professional beggar, is legally and morally bound to support his wife if she cannot support herself. The Court upheld a ₹5,000 monthly maintenance order passed by a lower court.

Educated Wife Still Entitled to Maintenance, Rules Punjab and Haryana High Court

Shruti Mahapatra3 months ago3 months ago03 mins

The Punjab and Haryana High Court ruled that a wife cannot be denied maintenance just because she is well-educated, highlighting that support depends on multiple factors and not solely on qualifications.