Which section of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, provides for maintenance pendente lite?
Section 24 allows either spouse with insufficient independent income to apply for expenses and monthly support during proceedings under the Act. The amount is set having…
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Which section of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, provides for maintenance pendente lite?
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Correct answer C
Section 24 allows either spouse with insufficient independent income to apply for expenses and monthly support during proceedings under the Act. The amount is set having regard to the spouses’ incomes.
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Option A
Section 22 requires proceedings in camera and restricts publication.
Option B
Section 25 concerns permanent alimony and maintenance.
Option C
Section 24 concerns maintenance during proceedings and the expenses of those proceedings.
Option D
Section 23 sets conditions for granting a decree in proceedings under the Act.
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