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How much maintenance can I claim from my husband


05-May-2023 (In Divorce Law)
I want divorce from my husband. He is abusive, alcoholic and takes drugs. He and his father has taken a good amount of dowry and also the jewellery. I have a son of 2 years and marriage is of three years. My question is what can I claim when asking for divorce?(hindu matrimony)
Answers (3)

Answer #1
804 votes
First opt the way you want your Divorce, it will be better for you to opt for mutual Consent. Amount of dowry plus jewelleries along with permanent alimony of around 50 lakhs( amount negotiable) from your husband. Thank you!
Answer #2
655 votes
It is depend upon Court views to fix amount .you should demand highest amount by showing his income. Claim from you all you and your sons also . You can also file 125 crps for monthly maintenance. and also file some criminal cases .
Answer #3
517 votes
I hope you have proves of the following. 1 Dowry given 2.Your husband's income and source of the same 3. Cruelty by your husband like being alcoholic or drug addict. If not , try to collect as long you are together. U can claim maintenance and alimony both subject to if you are not working. Even in case u are employed, you can claim maintenance for your son. Regards team Lawyer Mitra

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