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⚖️ Difference Between Maintenance, Alimony & Interim Maintenance
Explained under BNSS 2023 (Section 144), HMA (Sections 24 & 25) and DV Act (Section 20)
🎙️ English Version
🎙️ Hindi Version
Hello friends, welcome to Delhi Law Firm, your trusted legal partner for justice and family law guidance across India. In this article and the videos above, we clearly explain the difference between Maintenance, Alimony, and Interim Maintenance with examples and the latest law updates.
📘 Key Takeaways
- Maintenance – Ongoing financial support for wife/children/parents under BNSS 2023, Section 144 (earlier CrPC 125).
- Alimony – Permanent support after divorce under HMA, Section 25 (lump sum or monthly).
- Interim Maintenance – Temporary relief during the case under HMA, Section 24 and DV Act, Section 20.
- Rajnesh vs Neha (2021) – Supreme Court guidelines for transparent income disclosures in maintenance matters.
🧾 Quick Comparison
| Term | Meaning | When Granted | Law |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maintenance | Monthly/periodic support for dependents | During marriage or separation | BNSS 2023 §144 |
| Alimony | Permanent/long-term support | After divorce decree | HMA §25 |
| Interim Maintenance | Temporary relief during proceedings | While case is pending | HMA §24 / DV Act §20 |
💡 Practical Tips
- Prepare a clear income–expense sheet and submit genuine documents (ITR, bank statements, salary slips).
- If dependent, apply early for interim maintenance to avoid financial hardship during the case.
- If paying, seek a reasonable amount and apply for modification if circumstances change.
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