The Kerala High Court has held that a wife who gave up maintenance during mutual divorce can later claim it if her financial condition worsens. The Court emphasized that changed circumstances allow such claims under Section 125 of the CrPC.
The Madhya Pradesh High Court ruled that Section 125 CrPC is not intended to create dependent individuals waiting for maintenance from their spouse. The court reduced the maintenance awarded to the wife, considering her ability to earn an income.
The Chhattisgarh High Court has ruled that the term ‘wife’ under Section 125 CrPC includes not only a lawfully wedded wife but also a woman married by performing necessary rites. This significant decision broadens the scope of who can claim maintenance under this law.
