If a couple is getting divorced, the court decides who gets to keep the kids. The court considers what's best for the children, their wishes, and can change the decision later if needed. The court can also make orders about the children's upkeep and education.
A and B are divorcing. The court, considering their 5-year-old child's preference to live with A, grants custody to A. The court also orders B to pay for the child's school fees and maintenance.
- •You have the right to be heard by the court regarding your child's custody.
- •You can apply to the court to modify custody orders if circumstances change.
- •The court prioritizes the child's well-being and wishes.
📒 Legal text sourced from The Gazette of India & AdvocateKhoj Bare Acts Library
⚖️ Content reviewed by Adv. Shailendra Babbar, Seasoned Advocate, with 31 years of legal practice
📚 Act Reference: Hindu Marriage Act
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