The Gauhati High Court ruled that a husband cannot avoid his duty to pay maintenance by entering into an agreement with his wife. This decision reinforces the wife’s statutory right under Section 125 CrPC.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court ruled that an estranged wife cannot be denied maintenance simply because she is well-educated, highlighting that maintenance decisions depend on various factors including the status and income of both parties.
The Supreme Court ruled that a working wife with a sufficient salary is not entitled to maintenance, but awarded maintenance to the daughter. The decision highlights the court’s stance on financial independence and child support.
