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The Supreme Court has recently given an important verdict in a matrimonial dispute case. The court granted divorce, ending the long-running dispute between the husband and wife, and directed the husband to pay a lump sum maintenance of Rs 5 crore to the wife. Apart from this, an additional provision of Rs 1 crore was also ordered for the maintenance and care of the child. This decision was given by Justice Vikram Nath and Justice Prasanna B. Varale’s bench pronounced.
Husband and wife were living separately for two decades
During the hearing of the case, the Supreme Court found that the marriage of the appellant (husband) and the respondent (wife) 6 years When they started separating from each other. after this approximately two decades Till now both remained separate. This long separation had completely disintegrated the marriage, leaving no possibility of reunion.
Husband had made serious allegations against wife
The husband alleged in his statement that his wife hypersensitive and with his family members Cruelty Used to behave with. He also claimed that there was no peace in their married life due to his wife’s behaviour.
Wife’s allegations: Husband’s behavior was not right
On the other hand, the wife also accused her husband and said that his behavior was not good towards her and she faced many difficulties in marital life. Taking into account the allegations of both the parties, the Supreme Court found that the relationship between them had deteriorated to such an extent that it was not possible to repair it.
Supreme Court’s decision: divorce and alimony
The Supreme Court, considering the fact that both the parties 20 years apart were living and there was no scope for improvement in the marriage, a divorce was ordered. The court directed the husband to Rs 5 crore Give a lump sum amount as alimony. In addition, additional funds for the upbringing and care of the child 1 crore rupees Orders were also given to make arrangements.
The bench emphasized on the responsibility of the father
Justice Vikram Nath and Justice Prasanna B. Emphasizing the responsibility of the father, Varale’s bench said that maintenance and care of the child is the moral and legal obligation of the father. The court noted the need to ensure that the child has access to all resources necessary for his or her development.
Legal view: long-term separation considered grounds
The Supreme Court made it clear in its decision that prolonged separation And no possibility of improvement in marital life is sufficient grounds for divorce. The court also said that when there is no harmony between the husband and wife and there is bitterness in the relationship, then divorce is the only solution in such cases.
Important points:
- Alimony of Rs 5 crore For the wife.
- Provision of Rs 1 crore For the care and maintenance of the child.
- husband for his child responsibility of parenting Emphasis was laid on compliance.
- long separation Was considered a proper basis for ending marital relations.
