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Can a woman seek maintenance under the DV Act separately from other laws?

Posted by jobseeker shivani kumari | Approved
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Yes. The DV Act is an independent remedy. Even if the woman has filed for maintenance under Section 144 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) or under personal laws like Hindu Marriage Act, she can still claim monetary relief under Section 20 of the DV Act. The purpose is to provide quick financial support, even while other cases are going on.

Answered by jobseeker JYOTI MEENA | Approved

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