Category-wise legal articles and resources.
Can interim maintenance be counted from separation date instead of case filing? Delhi HC answers clearly—but does this ignore financial strain on husbands? NEW DELHI: The Delhi High Court has clarified an important legal point on interim maintenance under the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005. The Court stated that interim maintenance must…
The Delhi High Court ruled that consensual relationships between adults cannot be criminalised after a breakup. The Court cautioned that criminal law must not become a post-relationship weapon when consent is evident. Misuse Rape Law After Breakup: The Delhi High Court has quashed an FIR registered for rape under Section 376 IPC and Section 3(2)(v)…
The Delhi High Court ruled that keeping one child with the husband does not cancel his duty to maintain the wife and the other child. Maintenance depends on alleged need and presumed earning capacity, not shared custody realities. New Delhi: The Delhi High Court said that a husband cannot escape his legal duty to maintain…
Delhi High Court held that a wife cannot be presumed to be earning without proof while deciding interim maintenance. The Court enhanced interim maintenance by applying minimum wages based on the husband’s qualifications and place of work. Wife Income Can’t Be Assumed at Maintenance Stage: The Delhi High Court has clearly ruled that at the…
Delhi High Court warns that false sexual offence complaints harm not just the accused but also genuine women victims. Court says misuse of law creates public doubt and weakens justice for real survivors. NEW DELHI: The Delhi High Court has made strong and important observations on the serious impact of false Rape Cases and false…
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