The Delhi High Court stated that a working parent’s earning capacity, whether husband or wife with custody of minor children, does not reduce their caregiving responsibilities. The Court stated that fathers’ obligation doesn’t diminish, and mothers shouldn’t be overburdened.
The Delhi High Court ruled that child maintenance is a legal obligation, not a charitable act, emphasizing shared parental responsibility. In a case involving a father refusing to pay maintenance, Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma reaffirmed that children should not feel deprived. The judgment highlights the importance of recognizing children’s rights to support and dignity.
The Delhi High Court ruled that maintenance under the Hindu Marriage Act extends beyond age 18 for children pursuing education until they become financially independent. The court emphasized the importance of adequate maintenance and decided on various issues including concealment of income and enhancement of maintenance with interest on arrears.
The Allahabad High Court ruled that a man denying paternity must undergo a DNA test or pay child maintenance. Emphasizing the children’s rights, the court highlighted the importance of securing their financial support and legal status. The ruling addressed the significance of DNA testing in resolving paternity disputes and emphasized the children’s best interests.