Mother can seek maintenance for child without making him a party: Punjab and Haryana High Court

The Punjab and Haryana High Court ruled that a mother can seek maintenance for her child without making the child a party to the case. The court emphasized that the child’s welfare is paramount and that a mother has the right to claim maintenance on behalf of her minor child without involving the child in legal proceedings. This decision strengthens the legal standing of single mothers in maintenance cases and simplifies the process to secure financial support for their children.