Punjab & Haryana HC judge speaks about 'peculiar trend of litigation' where wives file maintenance applications without demonstrating 'cogent or justifiable reason for residing separately'.
Case came before 3-judge bench after conflicting decisions on the question of providing permanent alimony or maintenance to either spouse even after the marriage is declared void
The family court had granted divorce to husband on grounds of cruelty & adultery. Later, HC upholds order saying inquiry found that woman was living "in adultery".
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