JASBIR KAUR SEHGAL vs DISTT JUDGE DEHRADUN

The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's decision to enhance the maintenance pendente lite awarded to the wife under Section 24 of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 from Rs. 1000 to Rs. 1500 per month. The Court emphasized the need for adequate maintenance during divorce proceedings, considering the husband's financial situation and the wife's dependency. The appeal was allowed in part, affirming the High Court's order while striking off the proforma respondents from the case.