Maintenance and Alimony Under Various Personal Laws

Abstract

Once a marriage comes to a halt, the relationship bonds that formerly existed come to an end. Thus, the financial support that once existed between the partners also comes to a stop. In cases where one of the parties had financially depended on the other party, they tend to find it difficult to support themselves, and thus the concept of maintenance comes into play. This paper revolves around the concept of maintenance under distinct personal laws that govern them. It is interesting to note the minor differences that exist between the personal laws.The paper revolves around the concept of maintenance, starting from the types of alimony till the nuances that are to be noted in different personal laws, highlighting husband's right to maintenance. As the society has become more inclusive of modern thoughts and ideas, the concept of maintenance under live-in relationship has also been discussed. Though it has not been legalised yet, it is a fact that it is not illegal either. Hence can either party claim maintenance if the live-in relationships break, is a question that has also been addressed in this paper.