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The Delhi High Court held that a widow's right to reside in the matrimonial home under Section 17 of the DV Act is independent of the husband's ownership, requiring alternate accommodation or ₹15,000/month rent before eviction. This strengthens protection for widows against arbitrary dispossession.
Bombay High Court rules that Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) cardholders are protected under the Senior Citizens Act 2007, even when the property is a shared household under the Domestic Violence Act. The Court held that eviction orders must balance the rights of senior citizens with those of daughter-in-law occupants, restoring the Maintenance Tribunal’s order for unrestricted access without eviction.
Madras High Court clarifies that under the Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act, 2007, ensuring a parent's peaceful residence in their home is a non-negotiable right, not satisfied by mere monetary payments. Police must enforce this right when directed by the court, marking a critical precedent for senior citizens' protection.
The Bombay High Court upheld that senior citizens can evict abusive children from their property under the Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act, 2007, even without a monetary maintenance claim, if residence is essential for a dignified life. The ruling clarifies that the Act's protective provisions extend beyond financial support, prioritizing the senior citizen's right to peaceful occupation. This decision sets a precedent for similar cases involving elder abuse and property disputes.