A video from the Karnataka High Court has captured significant attention on the social media platform X, igniting discussions about a contentious alimony case. The clip features the womans lawyer advocating for a substantial monthly alimony of Rs 6 lakh from her estranged husband.Details of the Alimony RequestIn the court, the lawyer detailed the womans financial needs, specifying an amount of Rs 15,000 per month for personal expenses such as shoes, clothes, and bangles. Additionally, the lawyer requested Rs 60,000 monthly for household food costs. The case also included a claim for Rs 4-5 lakh to cover the womans treatment for knee pain, including physiotherapy and other medical expenses.A Must watch for all Men & Women.Wife asked 6,16,300/ month as Maintenance, Honorable Judge said that this is exploitation & beyond tolerance. pic.twitter.com/TFjpJ61MHA— Joker of India (@JokerOf_India) August 21, 2024Judges Criticism of the Alimony DemandThe judge overseeing the case expressed strong disapproval of the alimony demands, labeling them as an abuse of the judicial process. In a pointed remark, the judge questioned the practicality of such an expenditure for a single woman without family responsibilities. “Does anyone spend so much That too a single woman who has no responsibility. If she wants to spend, let her earn. You have no other responsibility of the family. You do not have to take care of the children. You want all this for yourself. You should act wisely,” the judge stated.Public Reaction and ImplicationsThe judges comments have fueled a broader debate about the fairness and feasibility of high alimony demands. Critics argue that such cases can sometimes strain legal resources and create unrealistic expectations. The videos virality underscores the publics keen interest in the intersection of family law and financial responsibility.
