Maintenance Estimator
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common queries about maintenance and alimony laws in India.
There is no fixed formula in Indian law, but the Supreme Court (Kulbhushan Kumar vs. Raj Kumari) has set a precedent of approximately 25% of the husband's net monthly income as a reasonable amount for the wife.
Metro cities (like Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore) have higher costs of living. Courts often adjust the maintenance amount to reflect the cost of living in the wife's place of residence.
Yes, if their income is insufficient to maintain the standard of living they were accustomed to. The court looks at the income gap between spouses.
No, this calculator provides an estimate based on common legal models. Actual maintenance is decided by the court considering conduct, assets, and liabilities.
If one parent has primary custody, the maintenance amount typically includes a component for child support (upbringing, education, medical needs).