Who can claim Maintenance under various laws
Eligibility criteria for claiming maintenance under different legal provisions
Eligible Persons for Maintenance
The following categories of persons are eligible to claim maintenance under various laws:
Categories of Eligible Persons
Wife who is unable to maintain herself: A wife who cannot support herself financially has the right to claim maintenance from her husband.
Legitimate or illegitimate child: Any child, whether married or not, who cannot support themselves is entitled to maintenance.
Adult children with disabilities: Children who have attained majority but cannot maintain themselves due to physical or mental abnormality or injury.
Father or mother: Elderly or incapacitated parents who cannot support themselves can claim maintenance from their children.
Important Note
These provisions ensure that vulnerable family members receive necessary financial support when they cannot maintain themselves. The law recognizes the duty of family members to support each other in times of need.