Practical legal writing on 498A, matrimonial disputes, criminal allegations, maintenance, custody and Indian court procedure.
When a husband sought maintenance from his earning wife, the Madras High Court demanded proof that he could not support himself. Shouldn't an educated, financially capable wife…
The Gauhati High Court held that serious allegations and victim’s statements cannot be ignored even if families settle the matter. Does a man get any real relief once such…
A prenup in India is not a magic shield. For NRI marriages, enforceability depends on where and how you marry, what you sign, and whether Indian law will honor it. Here is the…
Allahabad High Court refused to interfere with the Family Court’s order increasing maintenance. Is a husband’s financial capacity being assumed rather than properly evaluated by…
Can a father escape paying maintenance because he has no job? Or does the law assume he must earn and pay—no matter the ground reality? NAINITAL: The Uttarakhand High Court said…
Madras High Court refuses divorce citing lack of cruelty in early marital disputes — Does the law ignore a husband’s mental suffering by calling serious marital issues “adjustment…
Can a 15-year-old boy be treated like a criminal for a consensual relationship? High Court steps in—what did the girl’s own statement reveal that changed the case? NAINITAL: The…
The Punjab & Haryana High Court highlighted that a prolonged relationship without immediate complaint raises serious doubts about allegations of lack of consent. When both parties…
The Allahabad High Court’s ruling opens up a larger debate in maintenance jurisprudence — Is a maintenance claim valid when the legality of marriage itself is disputed? Talaq…
Highlighting concerns over misuse of maintenance provisions, the Allahabad High Court stressed a balanced approach. What factors must courts consider before awarding maintenance…
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