Kumar V.Jahgirdar vs Chetana K.Ramatheertha

The Supreme Court addressed the custody of a minor under the Hindu Marriage Act, specifically Section 13-B, which allows for divorce by mutual consent. The Court emphasized that the welfare of the child is paramount, affirming the Family Court's decision to maintain joint guardianship and custodianship of the child by both parents. The Court upheld the conditions set forth in the divorce decree, including the stipulation that the child should not be admitted to a boarding school and should continue her education at her current school until completion of the 10th standard.