KRISHNA BHATACHARJEE vs SARATHI CHOUDHURY

The Supreme Court held that the appellant's claim under Section 12 of the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005 was improperly dismissed on the grounds of being an 'aggrieved person' and limitation. The Court emphasized that a sensitive approach is required in such cases, and that courts must thoroughly deliberate on the issues raised before dismissing petitions. The Court overturned the lower courts' decisions, allowing the appellant to pursue her claim for Stridhan, reinforcing the protective intent of the 2005 Act.