Section 20 of Hindu Adoptions and Maintenance Act Imposes Statutory Obligation on Hindu Fathers to Maintain Unmarried, Dependent Daughters: Allahabad High Court
In a recent judgment, the Allahabad High Court reaffirmed the statutory obligation of Hindu fathers to maintain their unmarried, dependent daughters under Section 20 of the Hindu Adoptions and Maintenance Act, 1956. The ruling, delivered by Justice Manish Kumar Nigam, emphasizes the extended responsibility of fathers beyond the age of majority, ensuring financial support for
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