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Wife: The wife is a postgraduate (M.A. pass). She left the matrimonial home on her own but later filed cases under the Domestic Violence Act and for dowry harassment. She claims that her family spent ₹25 lakh as dowry at the time of marriage. She is currently working as a receptionist in a clinic, earning approximately ₹6,000–₹8,000 per month, and is living with her parents. Her earning capacity is higher than her current income. She has submitted some screenshots alleging abuse by the husband. Husband: The husband is a graduate and earns around ₹60,000 per month but has liabilities, including supporting his younger brother and paying house rent, as he works outside his hometown. His parents are retired government employees. The husband has video recordings showing that the wife left the matrimonial home voluntarily with her family on three occasions due to unmet luxury demands. He also has screenshots showing that the wife abused and threatened him. Recently, the wife obtained medical certificates and again filed false cases against the entire family when no one was present at home. In such circumstances, will the court grant maintenance to the wife?
Maintenance is not automatic. The court will see whether the wife left the house voluntarily, her education, earning capacity, and conduct. If the husband proves she left on her own and is capable of earning, maintenance may be reduced or denied. False dowry or DV allegations without proof weaken her case. For further legal assistance contact us on our helpline number.