Service Rules Do Not Debar Legally Married Second Wife Of Deceased Railway Employee From Claiming Pension: Andhra Pradesh High Court

The Andhra Pradesh High Court ruled that a second wife is entitled to family pension, as long as the marriage is legally recognized and the pension rules permit such claims. The case involved a dispute over the entitlement of family pension following the death of a government employee. The Court clarified that the second wife, if lawfully married, could claim the family pension, in line with the applicable pension rules. This judgment underscores the recognition of second marriages under specific conditions, including legal recognition and pension regulations.