The Supreme Court ruled that a husband’s financial dominance in a strained marriage does not amount to cruelty. Disputes over expenses reflect “the daily wear and tear of marriage” and do not fall under Section 498 IPC.
The Supreme Court said that small taunts by in-laws towards a wife are a part of normal family life and do not count as cruelty under Section 498A of the IPC. It also said that courts should be careful while accepting such claims, especially during divorce cases.
The Supreme Court recently reiterated its stance against routinely entertaining bail appeals, emphasizing the importance of finality at the High Court level. In a recent case, Justices Roy and Bhatti emphasized the limited role of the apex court in such matters, stressing the pivotal role of High Courts in bail decisions.
