The Allahabad High Court has held that a widowed daughter-in-law is entitled to maintenance from her father-in-law if she lacks income, but reduced the maintenance amount to ₹1,000 per month.
The Karnataka High Court ruled that a woman cannot claim maintenance under the Domestic Violence Act if she is living in an adulterous relationship, citing clear evidence of extramarital affairs.
The Supreme Court criticized a woman for demanding ₹12 crore, a Mumbai flat, and a luxury BMW in alimony despite being highly educated. The court emphasized that educated individuals should work and not rely on large maintenance claims.
The Supreme Court ruled that an adult unmarried daughter who is physically and mentally fit cannot ask for maintenance from her father under Section 125 CrPC. Such claims should be made under Hindu law through civil court.
The Madhya Pradesh High Court ruled that maintenance claims under Section 125 CrPC must be filed where parties permanently reside, not where they make temporary or casual visits.
The Andhra Pradesh High Court ruled that a wife cannot claim her husband’s self-acquired property for unpaid maintenance without proof of negligence. The case underscores the importance of evidence in marital disputes.
The Indore Sessions Court ruled that a wife has the right to live according to her husband’s status, ordering the husband to pay Rs 25 lakh in lump sum and Rs 15,000 monthly for maintenance.
In a key ruling, the High Court has decided that a widowed daughter-in-law can claim maintenance from her father-in-law if she has no financial means. This ruling provides essential support for widowed women in need of assistance.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court ruled that a wife cannot be denied maintenance unless continuous adultery is proven, dismissing a husband’s attempt to discredit his wife’s maintenance claim.
The High Court has upheld the right of a widowed daughter-in-law to claim maintenance from her father-in-law. Despite his advanced age, the court ruled that he must provide ₹1,000 monthly support, affirming her legal rights under family law.
