1996 (1) TMI 428 - SC - Indian Laws

Summary

The Supreme Court granted special leave in an appeal against the Allahabad High Court judgment regarding maintenance under Section 125 of the Criminal Procedure Code. The High Court declared Section 125(2) unconstitutional, which was found to be incorrect. The Supreme Court set aside the judgment, restored the case to the High Court for fresh consideration, and ordered interim maintenance of &8377; 500 per month to be paid by the husband. The husband was also directed to pay the wife's costs amounting to &8377; 3000.