BNSS Chapter 10 – Financial Support Laws for Wives, Children, and Parents in India
When families face difficulties, those most at risk—like spouses, children, and aging parents—often lack the financial backing needed for a stable life. In India, this is, unfortunately, not uncommon, especially in instances of separation, abandonment, or neglect. To address this concern, the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 (BNSS) includes Chapter 10, which specifically addresses support entitlements for spouses, children, and parents . This chapter modernizes and simplifies the legal steps for claiming financial support, previously found within the Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC). Now, under BNSS, these rights are more organized and simpler to implement. Let’s examine this chapter's offerings and how BNSS Sections 144 to 147 work to safeguard dependent family members in India. The Meaning of Financial Support and Why It Matters In basic terms, financial support means economic aid provided by one family member to another who cannot provide for themselves. This is especial...