The Kerala High Court stated that a Muslim woman who took divorce (Khula) cannot claim themaintenance from her husband after the date of Talaq (Khula) under Section U/S125 CrPC. Kerala High Court Khula Divorce CaseAccording to Livelaw, the woman had first filed a petition in the family court for maintenance. She had demanded a maintenance allowance of Rs 15,000 every month for herself and Rs 12,000 for the child. The woman had claimed that she was living with her husband till December 2018. Justice A. Badharudeen on Khula Under Section U/S125The court said that a divorced Muslim woman can demand maintenance from her husband till sheremarries, provided there is a major reason for divorce.

Source: News 24 October 11, 2023 12:44 UTC