The Supreme Court agreed to examine a judicial officer’s plea against Delhi High Court directions mandating refresher training in matrimonial laws. The High Court had criticised his handling of family court cases and ordered compulsory training at the Delhi Judicial Academy before further adjudication.
Supreme Court doubled permanent alimony from Rs 15,000 to Rs 30,000, affirming a wife’s right to maintain her marital living standard. The Bench ruled that education or parental support does not absolve a husband from ensuring dignified maintenance.
