Advocate Mahesh Bhiku Kale

Questions Answered by Advocate Mahesh Bhiku Kale (25+ answers)

Q: Regarding child marriage prohibition act 2006

Required guidance in child marriage prohibition act 2006 where age of the married person(son) is required as complete 21 years but actually married person age is 20 years and one month. marriage function happen before 2 days. so kindly guide this married person and his family is eligible for punishment as per act and where to complaint on the illegal marriage .we have all the proofs of age as birth certificate and wedding invitation card.

Advocate Mahesh Bhiku Kale answered
Since the boy is only 20 years and 1 month old, the marriage is considered child marriage under the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act, 2006. It is illegal, and those involved can be punished with up to 2 years in jail or a fine up to ₹1 lakh.You can file a complaint with the police, Childline (1098), or District Magistrate, using the birth certificate and wedding invitation as evidence.

Q: Can someone get arrested just on the basis of a suicide note.

If someone commits suicide and write a suicide note accusing my friend as the reason for his suicide but in reality my friend hasn't done anything in other words he is innocent. Then can my friend get arrested for it without any other evidence besides the suicide note, if yes can he get bail immediately. Can he be punished just on the basis of the suicide note and no other evidence.

Advocate Mahesh Bhiku Kale answered
If the only evidence is the suicide note and there’s no supporting proof of harassment or abetment, your friend may be arrested, but can usually get bail, especially if there's no prior record or credible evidence. Punishment cannot be given solely based on the suicide note—courts require corroborating evidence to convict.

Q: If the court convicted me for 5 years so can I become IAS after comple

If the court convicted me for 5 years so can I become IAS after completing my sentencing

Advocate Mahesh Bhiku Kale answered
If you are convicted and sentenced to 5 years, you will likely be disqualified from joining the IAS, even after completing your sentence. Government service rules and UPSC require a person to have good moral character, and a criminal conviction involving moral turpitude generally bars appointment to civil services, including IAS

Q: Is whatsapp chat and payment screenshot evidence of corruption

I want to know if finding a whatsapp chat with screenshot considered as evidence for corruption. There is no demand in the chat simple conversation and screenshot.

Advocate Mahesh Bhiku Kale answered
A WhatsApp chat screenshot can be used as evidence in a corruption case, but only if it’s relevant, authenticated, and admissible under the law. However, if the chat does not contain any demand or incriminating content, it may not be sufficient to prove corruption on its ow

Q: Allegation of Theft in Mumbai Railway Yard

Ten months ago, at a railway yard in Mumbai, an officer took my photo under allegations of theft and accused me of stealing. They asked me casual questions and checked my ID. I want to know if this will affect my CA career or not. So far, I have not received any call or message from the police—am I safe?"

Advocate Mahesh Bhiku Kale answered
If no FIR (First Information Report) was filed and you haven’t been contacted by the police or received any legal notice in the past ten months, it's unlikely to affect your CA career. However, if a formal case was registered, it could potentially impact your eligibility, especially during background checks. You're likely safe, but for peace of mind, you may consider checking with the local police station if any FIR was filed against your name.