Divorced Muslim Woman Can Seek Maintenance From Husband Under S.125 CrPC In Addition To Remedy Under 1986 Act : Supreme Court

In a recent ruling, the Supreme Court clarified that a divorced Muslim woman can seek maintenance from her husband under Section 125 of the CrPC. The court emphasized that personal laws do not preclude the application of secular laws like Section 125, which ensures maintenance to wives, children, and parents who are unable to support themselves. This decision underscores the court's commitment to gender justice and equitable access to financial support irrespective of personal laws. It sets a precedent for similar cases where divorced women seek maintenance under civil laws despite religious personal laws.