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Section 24 of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 provides for interim maintenance and proceeding expenses.…

Section 36 of the Special Marriage Act, 1954 and section 36 of the Divorce Act, 1869 address interim alimony. Both provisions are framed as relief for the wife. Section 24…

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Section 24 of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 provides for interim maintenance and proceeding expenses. Which pair of provisions also addresses interim spousal support during a proceeding?

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Section 36 of the Special Marriage Act, 1954 and section 36 of the Divorce Act, 1869 address interim alimony.

Both provisions are framed as relief for the wife. Section 24 of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 allows either spouse to apply if the statutory financial condition is met.

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Option A

Section 37 of the Divorce Act deals with permanent alimony.

Option B

Section 37 of the Special Marriage Act deals with permanent alimony and maintenance.

Option C

Section 36 in each Act provides for interim alimony.

Option D

Section 37 in each Act concerns permanent support.

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