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No financially support from husband


08-Apr-2026 (In Divorce Law)
I am 33 years old, I have a kid of 9 years . I am a working women. My husband is not supporting financially. Please let me know whether I can file a case against him seeking for financial support?
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Answer #1
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A Maintenance Case (MC) filed by a wife, usually under Section 125 of the CrPC (now corresponding sections of BNS) or personal laws, seeks financial support from her husband. A wife is entitled to maintenance if she is unable to maintain herself, often receiving roughly 20–35% of the husband’s net income. Indian Kanoon Indian Kanoon +4 Key Aspects of MC Case (Wife): Eligibility: The wife must prove she cannot support herself and the husband has sufficient income but neglects her. Exceptions: Maintenance can be denied if the wife is living in adultery, refuses to live with her husband without a sufficient reason, or if they are living separately by mutual consent. Earning Wife: Even if a wife is working, she may still be entitled to maintenance if her income is not sufficient to maintain the standard of living she was accustomed to. Interim Maintenance: Courts can award interim maintenance and litigation costs to ensure the wife can survive during the pendency of the case.
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Answer #2
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Sure, you have to file a case for claiming maintenance despite being a working woman. If your husband is neglecting to support you and your child, you can seek financial support under Section 125 CrPC(corresponding to section 144 of BNSS act); and also claim monetary relief under the Domestic Violence Act. Both you and your child the absolute rights to claim maintenance, and the court will consider whether your income is sufficient compared to your husband’s earning capacity and standard of living..
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Answer #3
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dear aspirants I understand your concern taking that you have got a 9 years old kid stating that your husband is not taking care of you you can surely file a case against him and also have proper remedial on that issue along with that you can file a maintenance case for you and on behalf of your 9 years old child
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Answer #4
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yes, you can file maintenance case against your husband, and the education qualification of both of you should be given since the supreme court has laid it's guide lines for awarding of maintenance amount
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Answer #5
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yes you may file maintenance case against your husband for financial support court may order are daily needs medical support and also for educational fees for children. U may approach court by filing application and ask maintenance for both of you
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