Alimony after divorce: Divorce in India not only brings emotional challenge, but many times financial problems are also associated with it. Especially for those who were financially dependent on their spouse.
In such a situation, the court provides for the ‘Alimony’ i.e. passing off, so that the separated partner can help in living a respectable life.
Types of Divorce Alimony
1. Permanent alimony: This is a constant allowance after divorce, which continues until the death of the receiver is killed or again.
2. Temporary alimony/interim maintenance: This covers the cost of completion of the divorce process, including a lawyer’s fees and daily expenses.
3. Rehabilitative Alimony: This is given for a limited time, so that the fellow can become self -sufficient by studying or job.
4, Reimbursment/COMENSATORY ALIMONY): When a fellow leaves a career due to the responsibilities of the family, it is compensated in this way.
5. lump sum Lump Sum Alimony: A lump sum amount is given, so that there is no need to visit the court again and again.
6. NominalNominal alimony: When there is no immediate need, but can be in future, then the court decides a low amount so that the rights are reserved.
Rules in different religions
- Hindu law (Hindu law): Sections 24 and 25 of the Hindu Marriage Act provide permanent and interim Alimony.
- Muslim law (Muslim law): After divorce, maintenance is available for the period period.
- Christian law: Alimony is decided under sections 36 and 37 of the Indian Divorce Act 1869.
- Parsi law (parsi law): There is a system of maintenance under the Parsi Marriage and Divorce Act 1936.
- Special Marriage Act: In the marriage of different religions, alimony can be given under sections 36 and 37.
Income, future and children’s needs
The court also takes into account the income, future earning ability and special needs of children while deciding Alimony. For example, in a case, the Jharkhand High Court had reduced the wife’s alimony to 90 thousand rupees after the real income of the husband surfaced from RTI. At the same time, his autistic child care was also considered.
Why financial preparation is necessary
To stay financially safe after divorce, opening a separate bank account, updating names in insurance and investment, removing names from joint debts is very important. Lump sum Alimony is tax-free, but the monthly amount is considered taxable. The expenses related to the education and health of the child are fixed separately.
Take the right advice
The divorce process may require not only a good lawyer but also a financial advisor. With the right planning, you can make your future safe and can start self -sufficient life.