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Directions:The question is based on the reasoning and arguments, or facts and principles set out in the passage. Some of these principles may not be true in the real or legal sense, yet you must conclusively assume that they are true for the purpose. Please answer the question on the basis of what is stated or implied in the passage. Do not rely on any principle of law other than the ones supplied to you, and do not assume any facts other than those supplied to you when answering the question. Please choose the option that most accurately and comprehensively answers the questionMaintenance is a term mostly associated with the financial support that a woman can claim from her husband after divorce. However, the word has a much wider connotation since maintenance can be claimed not just by a married or divorced woman but also by the children and parents of a married man. Maintenance for all members is provided under Section 3(b) of the Hindu Adoption and Maintenance Act, 1956, which defines it as provisions for food, clothing, residence, education and medical attendance and treatment and in the case of an unmarried daughter, also the reasonable expenses of and incident to her marriage. Different personal laws due to the presence of different religions in India, marriage, divorce and maintenance are governed by their own personal laws. Under Section 125 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973, members of all communities can claim maintenance including wives, children and parents if they are unable to support themselves. Provisions for interim and permanent maintenance have been provided under the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, according to which there are two types of maintenance-interim or temporary, and permanent, which are ordered by a court. The former, under Section 24, is the maintenance granted to a spouse during the pendency of court proceedings, while the latter includes permanent maintenance and alimony under Section 25. The maintenance does not include stridhan, which is the wifes right. Also, the quantum of maintenance is decided by the courts on the basis of the husbands financial income, assets, liabilities, wifes employment and earning status, among others. According to Supreme Court ruling, even if an estranged wife is earning, she can make a claim for maintenance if her income is not sufficient to sustain her. So, the belief that a working woman cannot claim maintenance does not hold true. Various Acts also ensure that the woman can demand maintenance even if she is separated and not divorced. Besides, as per a high court ruling, a husband cannot get away with not paying maintenance to his wife by saying that he is jobless or is not earning. The question arises, Can men claim maintenance? Supreme Court many a time has said that yes, if men cannot support themselves financially, they can claim maintenance from their wives who are financially well-off and earning more than them. This can be done under Section 24 of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, which mentions both husbands and wives as liable to making such a claim.Q.Anjum, a 30-year old working woman, is separated from her husband, Neeraj. Anjum works as a supervisor in a factory and earns Rs. 12,000/- per month, which is sufficient for her living. Anjum demands maintenance from Neeraj stating that she needs it for her recreation. Neeraj, being a casual daily paid worker, can barely meet his daily expenses. Anjum claims maintenance from Neeraj. On the contrary, Neeraj claims maintenance from Anjum. Is the claim by Neeraj justified?a)Maintenance cannot be claimed by either Anjum or Neeraj as they are merely separated and not divorced. Maintenance can only be claimed after divorce.b)Maintenance is not dependent upon wealth of Neeraj. He has to provide maintenance to Anjum regardless of what he earns and cannot demand maintenance in return.c)Maintenance can be claimed only by Anjum as she is not able to maintain her lifestyle as per her wishes.d)Demand by Neeraj is valid as Anjum has enough to meet her expense for her livelihood and Neeraj is not in a position to pay Anjum the maintenance.Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer? for CLAT 2025 is part of CLAT preparation. The Question and answers have been prepared according to the CLAT exam syllabus. Information about Directions:The question is based on the reasoning and arguments, or facts and principles set out in the passage. Some of these principles may not be true in the real or legal sense, yet you must conclusively assume that they are true for the purpose. Please answer the question on the basis of what is stated or implied in the passage. Do not rely on any principle of law other than the ones supplied to you, and do not assume any facts other than those supplied to you when answering the question. Please choose the option that most accurately and comprehensively answers the questionMaintenance is a term mostly associated with the financial support that a woman can claim from her husband after divorce. However, the word has a much wider connotation since maintenance can be claimed not just by a married or divorced woman but also by the children and parents of a married man. Maintenance for all members is provided under Section 3(b) of the Hindu Adoption and Maintenance Act, 1956, which defines it as provisions for food, clothing, residence, education and medical attendance and treatment and in the case of an unmarried daughter, also the reasonable expenses of and incident to her marriage. Different personal laws due to the presence of different religions in India, marriage, divorce and maintenance are governed by their own personal laws. Under Section 125 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973, members of all communities can claim maintenance including wives, children and parents if they are unable to support themselves. Provisions for interim and permanent maintenance have been provided under the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, according to which there are two types of maintenance-interim or temporary, and permanent, which are ordered by a court. The former, under Section 24, is the maintenance granted to a spouse during the pendency of court proceedings, while the latter includes permanent maintenance and alimony under Section 25. The maintenance does not include stridhan, which is the wifes right. Also, the quantum of maintenance is decided by the courts on the basis of the husbands financial income, assets, liabilities, wifes employment and earning status, among others. According to Supreme Court ruling, even if an estranged wife is earning, she can make a claim for maintenance if her income is not sufficient to sustain her. So, the belief that a working woman cannot claim maintenance does not hold true. Various Acts also ensure that the woman can demand maintenance even if she is separated and not divorced. Besides, as per a high court ruling, a husband cannot get away with not paying maintenance to his wife by saying that he is jobless or is not earning. The question arises, Can men claim maintenance? Supreme Court many a time has said that yes, if men cannot support themselves financially, they can claim maintenance from their wives who are financially well-off and earning more than them. This can be done under Section 24 of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, which mentions both husbands and wives as liable to making such a claim.Q.Anjum, a 30-year old working woman, is separated from her husband, Neeraj. Anjum works as a supervisor in a factory and earns Rs. 12,000/- per month, which is sufficient for her living. Anjum demands maintenance from Neeraj stating that she needs it for her recreation. Neeraj, being a casual daily paid worker, can barely meet his daily expenses. Anjum claims maintenance from Neeraj. On the contrary, Neeraj claims maintenance from Anjum. Is the claim by Neeraj justified?a)Maintenance cannot be claimed by either Anjum or Neeraj as they are merely separated and not divorced. Maintenance can only be claimed after divorce.b)Maintenance is not dependent upon wealth of Neeraj. He has to provide maintenance to Anjum regardless of what he earns and cannot demand maintenance in return.c)Maintenance can be claimed only by Anjum as she is not able to maintain her lifestyle as per her wishes.d)Demand by Neeraj is valid as Anjum has enough to meet her expense for her livelihood and Neeraj is not in a position to pay Anjum the maintenance.Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer? covers all topics & solutions for CLAT 2025 Exam. Find important definitions, questions, meanings, examples, exercises and tests below for Directions:The question is based on the reasoning and arguments, or facts and principles set out in the passage. Some of these principles may not be true in the real or legal sense, yet you must conclusively assume that they are true for the purpose. Please answer the question on the basis of what is stated or implied in the passage. Do not rely on any principle of law other than the ones supplied to you, and do not assume any facts other than those supplied to you when answering the question. Please choose the option that most accurately and comprehensively answers the questionMaintenance is a term mostly associated with the financial support that a woman can claim from her husband after divorce. However, the word has a much wider connotation since maintenance can be claimed not just by a married or divorced woman but also by the children and parents of a married man. Maintenance for all members is provided under Section 3(b) of the Hindu Adoption and Maintenance Act, 1956, which defines it as provisions for food, clothing, residence, education and medical attendance and treatment and in the case of an unmarried daughter, also the reasonable expenses of and incident to her marriage. Different personal laws due to the presence of different religions in India, marriage, divorce and maintenance are governed by their own personal laws. Under Section 125 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973, members of all communities can claim maintenance including wives, children and parents if they are unable to support themselves. Provisions for interim and permanent maintenance have been provided under the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, according to which there are two types of maintenance-interim or temporary, and permanent, which are ordered by a court. The former, under Section 24, is the maintenance granted to a spouse during the pendency of court proceedings, while the latter includes permanent maintenance and alimony under Section 25. The maintenance does not include stridhan, which is the wifes right. Also, the quantum of maintenance is decided by the courts on the basis of the husbands financial income, assets, liabilities, wifes employment and earning status, among others. According to Supreme Court ruling, even if an estranged wife is earning, she can make a claim for maintenance if her income is not sufficient to sustain her. So, the belief that a working woman cannot claim maintenance does not hold true. Various Acts also ensure that the woman can demand maintenance even if she is separated and not divorced. Besides, as per a high court ruling, a husband cannot get away with not paying maintenance to his wife by saying that he is jobless or is not earning. The question arises, Can men claim maintenance? Supreme Court many a time has said that yes, if men cannot support themselves financially, they can claim maintenance from their wives who are financially well-off and earning more than them. This can be done under Section 24 of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, which mentions both husbands and wives as liable to making such a claim.Q.Anjum, a 30-year old working woman, is separated from her husband, Neeraj. Anjum works as a supervisor in a factory and earns Rs. 12,000/- per month, which is sufficient for her living. Anjum demands maintenance from Neeraj stating that she needs it for her recreation. Neeraj, being a casual daily paid worker, can barely meet his daily expenses. Anjum claims maintenance from Neeraj. On the contrary, Neeraj claims maintenance from Anjum. Is the claim by Neeraj justified?a)Maintenance cannot be claimed by either Anjum or Neeraj as they are merely separated and not divorced. Maintenance can only be claimed after divorce.b)Maintenance is not dependent upon wealth of Neeraj. He has to provide maintenance to Anjum regardless of what he earns and cannot demand maintenance in return.c)Maintenance can be claimed only by Anjum as she is not able to maintain her lifestyle as per her wishes.d)Demand by Neeraj is valid as Anjum has enough to meet her expense for her livelihood and Neeraj is not in a position to pay Anjum the maintenance.Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?.

Solutions for Directions:The question is based on the reasoning and arguments, or facts and principles set out in the passage. Some of these principles may not be true in the real or legal sense, yet you must conclusively assume that they are true for the purpose. Please answer the question on the basis of what is stated or implied in the passage. Do not rely on any principle of law other than the ones supplied to you, and do not assume any facts other than those supplied to you when answering the question. Please choose the option that most accurately and comprehensively answers the questionMaintenance is a term mostly associated with the financial support that a woman can claim from her husband after divorce. However, the word has a much wider connotation since maintenance can be claimed not just by a married or divorced woman but also by the children and parents of a married man. Maintenance for all members is provided under Section 3(b) of the Hindu Adoption and Maintenance Act, 1956, which defines it as provisions for food, clothing, residence, education and medical attendance and treatment and in the case of an unmarried daughter, also the reasonable expenses of and incident to her marriage. Different personal laws due to the presence of different religions in India, marriage, divorce and maintenance are governed by their own personal laws. Under Section 125 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973, members of all communities can claim maintenance including wives, children and parents if they are unable to support themselves. Provisions for interim and permanent maintenance have been provided under the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, according to which there are two types of maintenance-interim or temporary, and permanent, which are ordered by a court. The former, under Section 24, is the maintenance granted to a spouse during the pendency of court proceedings, while the latter includes permanent maintenance and alimony under Section 25. The maintenance does not include stridhan, which is the wifes right. Also, the quantum of maintenance is decided by the courts on the basis of the husbands financial income, assets, liabilities, wifes employment and earning status, among others. According to Supreme Court ruling, even if an estranged wife is earning, she can make a claim for maintenance if her income is not sufficient to sustain her. So, the belief that a working woman cannot claim maintenance does not hold true. Various Acts also ensure that the woman can demand maintenance even if she is separated and not divorced. Besides, as per a high court ruling, a husband cannot get away with not paying maintenance to his wife by saying that he is jobless or is not earning. The question arises, Can men claim maintenance? Supreme Court many a time has said that yes, if men cannot support themselves financially, they can claim maintenance from their wives who are financially well-off and earning more than them. This can be done under Section 24 of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, which mentions both husbands and wives as liable to making such a claim.Q.Anjum, a 30-year old working woman, is separated from her husband, Neeraj. Anjum works as a supervisor in a factory and earns Rs. 12,000/- per month, which is sufficient for her living. Anjum demands maintenance from Neeraj stating that she needs it for her recreation. Neeraj, being a casual daily paid worker, can barely meet his daily expenses. Anjum claims maintenance from Neeraj. On the contrary, Neeraj claims maintenance from Anjum. Is the claim by Neeraj justified?a)Maintenance cannot be claimed by either Anjum or Neeraj as they are merely separated and not divorced. Maintenance can only be claimed after divorce.b)Maintenance is not dependent upon wealth of Neeraj. He has to provide maintenance to Anjum regardless of what he earns and cannot demand maintenance in return.c)Maintenance can be claimed only by Anjum as she is not able to maintain her lifestyle as per her wishes.d)Demand by Neeraj is valid as Anjum has enough to meet her expense for her livelihood and Neeraj is not in a position to pay Anjum the maintenance.Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer? in English & in Hindi are available as part of our courses for CLAT. Download more important topics, notes, lectures and mock test series for CLAT Exam by signing up for free.

Here you can find the meaning of Directions:The question is based on the reasoning and arguments, or facts and principles set out in the passage. Some of these principles may not be true in the real or legal sense, yet you must conclusively assume that they are true for the purpose. Please answer the question on the basis of what is stated or implied in the passage. Do not rely on any principle of law other than the ones supplied to you, and do not assume any facts other than those supplied to you when answering the question. Please choose the option that most accurately and comprehensively answers the questionMaintenance is a term mostly associated with the financial support that a woman can claim from her husband after divorce. However, the word has a much wider connotation since maintenance can be claimed not just by a married or divorced woman but also by the children and parents of a married man. Maintenance for all members is provided under Section 3(b) of the Hindu Adoption and Maintenance Act, 1956, which defines it as provisions for food, clothing, residence, education and medical attendance and treatment and in the case of an unmarried daughter, also the reasonable expenses of and incident to her marriage. Different personal laws due to the presence of different religions in India, marriage, divorce and maintenance are governed by their own personal laws. Under Section 125 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973, members of all communities can claim maintenance including wives, children and parents if they are unable to support themselves. Provisions for interim and permanent maintenance have been provided under the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, according to which there are two types of maintenance-interim or temporary, and permanent, which are ordered by a court. The former, under Section 24, is the maintenance granted to a spouse during the pendency of court proceedings, while the latter includes permanent maintenance and alimony under Section 25. The maintenance does not include stridhan, which is the wifes right. Also, the quantum of maintenance is decided by the courts on the basis of the husbands financial income, assets, liabilities, wifes employment and earning status, among others. According to Supreme Court ruling, even if an estranged wife is earning, she can make a claim for maintenance if her income is not sufficient to sustain her. So, the belief that a working woman cannot claim maintenance does not hold true. Various Acts also ensure that the woman can demand maintenance even if she is separated and not divorced. Besides, as per a high court ruling, a husband cannot get away with not paying maintenance to his wife by saying that he is jobless or is not earning. The question arises, Can men claim maintenance? Supreme Court many a time has said that yes, if men cannot support themselves financially, they can claim maintenance from their wives who are financially well-off and earning more than them. This can be done under Section 24 of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, which mentions both husbands and wives as liable to making such a claim.Q.Anjum, a 30-year old working woman, is separated from her husband, Neeraj. Anjum works as a supervisor in a factory and earns Rs. 12,000/- per month, which is sufficient for her living. Anjum demands maintenance from Neeraj stating that she needs it for her recreation. Neeraj, being a casual daily paid worker, can barely meet his daily expenses. Anjum claims maintenance from Neeraj. On the contrary, Neeraj claims maintenance from Anjum. Is the claim by Neeraj justified?a)Maintenance cannot be claimed by either Anjum or Neeraj as they are merely separated and not divorced. Maintenance can only be claimed after divorce.b)Maintenance is not dependent upon wealth of Neeraj. He has to provide maintenance to Anjum regardless of what he earns and cannot demand maintenance in return.c)Maintenance can be claimed only by Anjum as she is not able to maintain her lifestyle as per her wishes.d)Demand by Neeraj is valid as Anjum has enough to meet her expense for her livelihood and Neeraj is not in a position to pay Anjum the maintenance.Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer? defined & explained in the simplest way possible. Besides giving the explanation of Directions:The question is based on the reasoning and arguments, or facts and principles set out in the passage. Some of these principles may not be true in the real or legal sense, yet you must conclusively assume that they are true for the purpose. Please answer the question on the basis of what is stated or implied in the passage. Do not rely on any principle of law other than the ones supplied to you, and do not assume any facts other than those supplied to you when answering the question. Please choose the option that most accurately and comprehensively answers the questionMaintenance is a term mostly associated with the financial support that a woman can claim from her husband after divorce. However, the word has a much wider connotation since maintenance can be claimed not just by a married or divorced woman but also by the children and parents of a married man. Maintenance for all members is provided under Section 3(b) of the Hindu Adoption and Maintenance Act, 1956, which defines it as provisions for food, clothing, residence, education and medical attendance and treatment and in the case of an unmarried daughter, also the reasonable expenses of and incident to her marriage. Different personal laws due to the presence of different religions in India, marriage, divorce and maintenance are governed by their own personal laws. Under Section 125 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973, members of all communities can claim maintenance including wives, children and parents if they are unable to support themselves. Provisions for interim and permanent maintenance have been provided under the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, according to which there are two types of maintenance-interim or temporary, and permanent, which are ordered by a court. The former, under Section 24, is the maintenance granted to a spouse during the pendency of court proceedings, while the latter includes permanent maintenance and alimony under Section 25. The maintenance does not include stridhan, which is the wifes right. Also, the quantum of maintenance is decided by the courts on the basis of the husbands financial income, assets, liabilities, wifes employment and earning status, among others. According to Supreme Court ruling, even if an estranged wife is earning, she can make a claim for maintenance if her income is not sufficient to sustain her. So, the belief that a working woman cannot claim maintenance does not hold true. Various Acts also ensure that the woman can demand maintenance even if she is separated and not divorced. Besides, as per a high court ruling, a husband cannot get away with not paying maintenance to his wife by saying that he is jobless or is not earning. The question arises, Can men claim maintenance? Supreme Court many a time has said that yes, if men cannot support themselves financially, they can claim maintenance from their wives who are financially well-off and earning more than them. This can be done under Section 24 of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, which mentions both husbands and wives as liable to making such a claim.Q.Anjum, a 30-year old working woman, is separated from her husband, Neeraj. Anjum works as a supervisor in a factory and earns Rs. 12,000/- per month, which is sufficient for her living. Anjum demands maintenance from Neeraj stating that she needs it for her recreation. Neeraj, being a casual daily paid worker, can barely meet his daily expenses. Anjum claims maintenance from Neeraj. On the contrary, Neeraj claims maintenance from Anjum. Is the claim by Neeraj justified?a)Maintenance cannot be claimed by either Anjum or Neeraj as they are merely separated and not divorced. Maintenance can only be claimed after divorce.b)Maintenance is not dependent upon wealth of Neeraj. He has to provide maintenance to Anjum regardless of what he earns and cannot demand maintenance in return.c)Maintenance can be claimed only by Anjum as she is not able to maintain her lifestyle as per her wishes.d)Demand by Neeraj is valid as Anjum has enough to meet her expense for her livelihood and Neeraj is not in a position to pay Anjum the maintenance.Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?, a detailed solution for Directions:The question is based on the reasoning and arguments, or facts and principles set out in the passage. Some of these principles may not be true in the real or legal sense, yet you must conclusively assume that they are true for the purpose. Please answer the question on the basis of what is stated or implied in the passage. Do not rely on any principle of law other than the ones supplied to you, and do not assume any facts other than those supplied to you when answering the question. Please choose the option that most accurately and comprehensively answers the questionMaintenance is a term mostly associated with the financial support that a woman can claim from her husband after divorce. However, the word has a much wider connotation since maintenance can be claimed not just by a married or divorced woman but also by the children and parents of a married man. Maintenance for all members is provided under Section 3(b) of the Hindu Adoption and Maintenance Act, 1956, which defines it as provisions for food, clothing, residence, education and medical attendance and treatment and in the case of an unmarried daughter, also the reasonable expenses of and incident to her marriage. Different personal laws due to the presence of different religions in India, marriage, divorce and maintenance are governed by their own personal laws. Under Section 125 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973, members of all communities can claim maintenance including wives, children and parents if they are unable to support themselves. Provisions for interim and permanent maintenance have been provided under the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, according to which there are two types of maintenance-interim or temporary, and permanent, which are ordered by a court. The former, under Section 24, is the maintenance granted to a spouse during the pendency of court proceedings, while the latter includes permanent maintenance and alimony under Section 25. The maintenance does not include stridhan, which is the wifes right. Also, the quantum of maintenance is decided by the courts on the basis of the husbands financial income, assets, liabilities, wifes employment and earning status, among others. According to Supreme Court ruling, even if an estranged wife is earning, she can make a claim for maintenance if her income is not sufficient to sustain her. So, the belief that a working woman cannot claim maintenance does not hold true. Various Acts also ensure that the woman can demand maintenance even if she is separated and not divorced. Besides, as per a high court ruling, a husband cannot get away with not paying maintenance to his wife by saying that he is jobless or is not earning. The question arises, Can men claim maintenance? Supreme Court many a time has said that yes, if men cannot support themselves financially, they can claim maintenance from their wives who are financially well-off and earning more than them. This can be done under Section 24 of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, which mentions both husbands and wives as liable to making such a claim.Q.Anjum, a 30-year old working woman, is separated from her husband, Neeraj. Anjum works as a supervisor in a factory and earns Rs. 12,000/- per month, which is sufficient for her living. Anjum demands maintenance from Neeraj stating that she needs it for her recreation. Neeraj, being a casual daily paid worker, can barely meet his daily expenses. Anjum claims maintenance from Neeraj. On the contrary, Neeraj claims maintenance from Anjum. Is the claim by Neeraj justified?a)Maintenance cannot be claimed by either Anjum or Neeraj as they are merely separated and not divorced. Maintenance can only be claimed after divorce.b)Maintenance is not dependent upon wealth of Neeraj. He has to provide maintenance to Anjum regardless of what he earns and cannot demand maintenance in return.c)Maintenance can be claimed only by Anjum as she is not able to maintain her lifestyle as per her wishes.d)Demand by Neeraj is valid as Anjum has enough to meet her expense for her livelihood and Neeraj is not in a position to pay Anjum the maintenance.Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer? has been provided alongside types of Directions:The question is based on the reasoning and arguments, or facts and principles set out in the passage. Some of these principles may not be true in the real or legal sense, yet you must conclusively assume that they are true for the purpose. Please answer the question on the basis of what is stated or implied in the passage. Do not rely on any principle of law other than the ones supplied to you, and do not assume any facts other than those supplied to you when answering the question. Please choose the option that most accurately and comprehensively answers the questionMaintenance is a term mostly associated with the financial support that a woman can claim from her husband after divorce. However, the word has a much wider connotation since maintenance can be claimed not just by a married or divorced woman but also by the children and parents of a married man. Maintenance for all members is provided under Section 3(b) of the Hindu Adoption and Maintenance Act, 1956, which defines it as provisions for food, clothing, residence, education and medical attendance and treatment and in the case of an unmarried daughter, also the reasonable expenses of and incident to her marriage. Different personal laws due to the presence of different religions in India, marriage, divorce and maintenance are governed by their own personal laws. Under Section 125 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973, members of all communities can claim maintenance including wives, children and parents if they are unable to support themselves. Provisions for interim and permanent maintenance have been provided under the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, according to which there are two types of maintenance-interim or temporary, and permanent, which are ordered by a court. The former, under Section 24, is the maintenance granted to a spouse during the pendency of court proceedings, while the latter includes permanent maintenance and alimony under Section 25. The maintenance does not include stridhan, which is the wifes right. Also, the quantum of maintenance is decided by the courts on the basis of the husbands financial income, assets, liabilities, wifes employment and earning status, among others. According to Supreme Court ruling, even if an estranged wife is earning, she can make a claim for maintenance if her income is not sufficient to sustain her. So, the belief that a working woman cannot claim maintenance does not hold true. Various Acts also ensure that the woman can demand maintenance even if she is separated and not divorced. Besides, as per a high court ruling, a husband cannot get away with not paying maintenance to his wife by saying that he is jobless or is not earning. The question arises, Can men claim maintenance? Supreme Court many a time has said that yes, if men cannot support themselves financially, they can claim maintenance from their wives who are financially well-off and earning more than them. This can be done under Section 24 of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, which mentions both husbands and wives as liable to making such a claim.Q.Anjum, a 30-year old working woman, is separated from her husband, Neeraj. Anjum works as a supervisor in a factory and earns Rs. 12,000/- per month, which is sufficient for her living. Anjum demands maintenance from Neeraj stating that she needs it for her recreation. Neeraj, being a casual daily paid worker, can barely meet his daily expenses. Anjum claims maintenance from Neeraj. On the contrary, Neeraj claims maintenance from Anjum. Is the claim by Neeraj justified?a)Maintenance cannot be claimed by either Anjum or Neeraj as they are merely separated and not divorced. Maintenance can only be claimed after divorce.b)Maintenance is not dependent upon wealth of Neeraj. He has to provide maintenance to Anjum regardless of what he earns and cannot demand maintenance in return.c)Maintenance can be claimed only by Anjum as she is not able to maintain her lifestyle as per her wishes.d)Demand by Neeraj is valid as Anjum has enough to meet her expense for her livelihood and Neeraj is not in a position to pay Anjum the maintenance.Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer? theory, EduRev gives you an ample number of questions to practice Directions:The question is based on the reasoning and arguments, or facts and principles set out in the passage. Some of these principles may not be true in the real or legal sense, yet you must conclusively assume that they are true for the purpose. Please answer the question on the basis of what is stated or implied in the passage. Do not rely on any principle of law other than the ones supplied to you, and do not assume any facts other than those supplied to you when answering the question. Please choose the option that most accurately and comprehensively answers the questionMaintenance is a term mostly associated with the financial support that a woman can claim from her husband after divorce. However, the word has a much wider connotation since maintenance can be claimed not just by a married or divorced woman but also by the children and parents of a married man. Maintenance for all members is provided under Section 3(b) of the Hindu Adoption and Maintenance Act, 1956, which defines it as provisions for food, clothing, residence, education and medical attendance and treatment and in the case of an unmarried daughter, also the reasonable expenses of and incident to her marriage. Different personal laws due to the presence of different religions in India, marriage, divorce and maintenance are governed by their own personal laws. Under Section 125 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973, members of all communities can claim maintenance including wives, children and parents if they are unable to support themselves. Provisions for interim and permanent maintenance have been provided under the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, according to which there are two types of maintenance-interim or temporary, and permanent, which are ordered by a court. The former, under Section 24, is the maintenance granted to a spouse during the pendency of court proceedings, while the latter includes permanent maintenance and alimony under Section 25. The maintenance does not include stridhan, which is the wifes right. Also, the quantum of maintenance is decided by the courts on the basis of the husbands financial income, assets, liabilities, wifes employment and earning status, among others. According to Supreme Court ruling, even if an estranged wife is earning, she can make a claim for maintenance if her income is not sufficient to sustain her. So, the belief that a working woman cannot claim maintenance does not hold true. Various Acts also ensure that the woman can demand maintenance even if she is separated and not divorced. Besides, as per a high court ruling, a husband cannot get away with not paying maintenance to his wife by saying that he is jobless or is not earning. The question arises, Can men claim maintenance? Supreme Court many a time has said that yes, if men cannot support themselves financially, they can claim maintenance from their wives who are financially well-off and earning more than them. This can be done under Section 24 of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, which mentions both husbands and wives as liable to making such a claim.Q.Anjum, a 30-year old working woman, is separated from her husband, Neeraj. Anjum works as a supervisor in a factory and earns Rs. 12,000/- per month, which is sufficient for her living. Anjum demands maintenance from Neeraj stating that she needs it for her recreation. Neeraj, being a casual daily paid worker, can barely meet his daily expenses. Anjum claims maintenance from Neeraj. On the contrary, Neeraj claims maintenance from Anjum. Is the claim by Neeraj justified?a)Maintenance cannot be claimed by either Anjum or Neeraj as they are merely separated and not divorced. Maintenance can only be claimed after divorce.b)Maintenance is not dependent upon wealth of Neeraj. He has to provide maintenance to Anjum regardless of what he earns and cannot demand maintenance in return.c)Maintenance can be claimed only by Anjum as she is not able to maintain her lifestyle as per her wishes.d)Demand by Neeraj is valid as Anjum has enough to meet her expense for her livelihood and Neeraj is not in a position to pay Anjum the maintenance.Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer? tests, examples and also practice CLAT tests.