A Surat man ignored a court-ordered Rs 12,000 monthly maintenance payment. The court has now raised his obligation to Rs 2 lakh per month due to non-compliance, leading to significant arrears from March 2017.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court ruled that a husband must pay maintenance to his wife, even if he is a professional beggar, underscoring his moral and legal responsibilities.
The Madras High Court ruled that a wife and her child are entitled to maintenance under Section 125 CrPC even if the marriage is invalid. Justice K Murali Shankar emphasized the importance of support despite the legal status of marriage.
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.
