Maintenance under Indian law: a plain-language overview

Maintenance refers to financial support that one person may be required to provide to another in certain family circumstances. It is intended to address reasonable needs, and the law provides several routes through which it may be claimed.

Who may seek maintenance

Depending on the circumstances, a spouse, child or other eligible person may seek maintenance. The relevant provision depends on the facts of the matter.

Factors commonly considered

Courts generally consider the reasonable needs of the person seeking maintenance, the means of the other party, and the standard of living of the parties, among other relevant factors.

This article is general information and not advice on any specific matter. Consultation is available by prior appointment.