SHAMBU SARAN PANDEY vs DAYANATH TRIPATHI & ORS

The Supreme Court addressed the application of the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005, specifically Section 12, in a case where the appellant sought maintenance after being subjected to domestic violence. The Court upheld the lower court's decision to grant maintenance of Rs.2.5 lakhs, emphasizing the need for timely compliance with maintenance orders. The Court dismissed the respondent's appeal, reinforcing the legal obligation to adhere to maintenance payments as stipulated under the DV Act.