The Madras High Court has ruled that a husband’s extramarital affair causing severe mental trauma to his wife qualifies as mental cruelty under Section 498A IPC. This decision underscores the legal consequences of infidelity in marriage.
In the Manju Ram Kalita v. State of Assam (2009) case, the court ruled that petty quarrels do not amount to cruelty under Section 498A IPC. The court emphasized that cruelty must be severe and ongoing to be legally recognized.
A Delhi court has refused to grant maintenance to Shiny Verma Bakshi, an MBA graduate, citing her qualifications and ability to find employment. The court emphasized that maintenance is not an absolute right and highlighted her capacity to support herself.
The Madras High Court reinstated a suspended officer who suffered cruelty and desertion by his wife, noting the unfortunate absence of domestic violence laws for men.
The Bombay High Court highlights misuse of Section 498A, protecting distant relatives from wrongful accusations. Justice Vibha Kankanwadi quashes proceedings against Jyoti Patil, stressing the importance of valid evidence.
