A Delhi court advised a woman to find employment rather than relying on alimony from her ex-husband, citing her qualifications and ability to work. The ruling could prompt debates on India’s alimony system.
A Delhi court ruled that a wife capable of earning cannot remain idle and burden her husband financially. The court ordered the husband to pay Rs 12,000 per month for one year, during which the wife should actively seek employment.
Justice Asha Menon of the Delhi High Court criticized husbands for forcing their wives to file execution petitions to delay maintenance payments, highlighting their malicious intent and neglect towards family responsibilities.
The Delhi High Court has ruled that a wife is still entitled to maintenance despite occasional acts of adultery. This decision clarifies the rights of spouses in divorce proceedings.
The Punjab & Haryana High Court has ruled that a wife can seek maintenance under Section 125 CrPC even after receiving alimony if she cannot maintain herself or her children.
