Gauhati High Court ruling Archives

Husband Must Support Wife If He Is Healthy and Capable: Gauhati High Court

Shruti Mahapatra4 months ago4 months ago05 mins

The Gauhati High Court has ruled that a husband who is healthy and capable of earning is legally required to support his wife. The court dismissed claims of unemployment as excuses and upheld a maintenance order under Section 125 CrPC.

Bigamy Not Allowed in Hindu Religion; Second Wife Not Entitled to Family Pension: Gauhati High Court

Shruti Mahapatra8 months ago8 months ago03 mins

The Gauhati High Court ruled that bigamy is not recognized in Hindu law, and as such, a second wife is not entitled to a family pension if the first wife is still alive. The court’s decision highlights the legal limitations on claims made by a second wife.