LT COL VIVEK SINGH vs ROMANI SINGH

The Supreme Court addressed the custody dispute of Saesha Singh under the Guardians and Wards Act, 1980, specifically citing Sections 10, 12, and 25. The Court emphasized the paramount consideration of the child's welfare in custody matters, establishing that the natural mother is generally preferred unless proven otherwise. The Court ultimately held that the respondent, being the primary caregiver, should be granted custody of the child, thereby prioritizing her well-being over the father's claims.