नमस्कार दोस्तों, आपका स्वागत है Delhi Law Firm® में — जो पूरे भारत में न्याय और पारिवारिक कानून की मार्गदर्शिका के रूप में आपका विश्वसनीय कानूनी साथी है। इस पोस्ट में हम समझेंगे कि मेंटेनेंस (भरण-पोषण), एलिमनी (स्थायी भरण-पोषण) और अंतरिम भरण-पोषण में क्या अंतर है और यह भारतीय कानून के अंतर्गत कैसे लागू होते हैं।
📘 प्रत्येक शब्द का अर्थ
🧾 मेंटेनेंस (भरण-पोषण)
यह सहायता पत्नी, बच्चों या माता-पिता को उनकी मूलभूत आवश्यकताओं जैसे भोजन, आवास, कपड़े, शिक्षा और इलाज के लिए दी जाती है।
कानून:भारतीय नागरिक सुरक्षा संहिता (BNSS) 2023, धारा 144 (पहले CrPC 125)।
उद्देश्य: सामाजिक न्याय सुनिश्चित करना और आर्थिक रूप से आश्रित व्यक्ति को संरक्षण देना।
💰 एलिमनी (स्थायी भरण-पोषण)
तलाक के बाद एक जीवनसाथी द्वारा दूसरे को दी जाने वाली स्थायी या दीर्घकालिक आर्थिक सहायता।
कानून:हिंदू विवाह अधिनियम, 1955, धारा 25।
उद्देश्य: आर्थिक रूप से कमजोर जीवनसाथी का जीवन स्तर और सम्मान बनाए रखना।
🕊️ अंतरिम भरण-पोषण
जब मुकदमा लंबित हो और अंतिम आदेश न आया हो, तब दी जाने वाली अस्थायी आर्थिक राहत।
कानून:HMAधारा 24 और घरेलू हिंसा अधिनियम, 2005धारा 20।
उद्देश्य: मुकदमे के दौरान आश्रित व्यक्ति को बुनियादी जरूरतों के लिए सहयोग मिल सके।
🧭 त्वरित तुलना
मेंटेनेंस: विवाह या अलगाव के दौरान • BNSS धारा 144
एलिमनी: तलाक के बाद स्थायी सहायता • HMA धारा 25
अंतरिम भरण-पोषण: मुकदमे के दौरान अस्थायी राहत • HMA धारा 24 / DV Act धारा 20
🏛️ सुप्रीम कोर्ट का मार्गदर्शन
रजनेश बनाम नेहा (2021):
पूरे भारत में भरण-पोषण की एकरूप प्रक्रिया तय की गई।
दोनों पक्षों के लिए आय का पूर्ण प्रकटीकरण अनिवार्य किया गया।
न्यायालय ने स्पष्ट किया कि भरण-पोषण का उद्देश्य संरक्षण है, दंड नहीं।
✅ व्यवहारिक सुझाव
अपनी आय-व्यय का पूरा विवरण तैयार करें और दस्तावेज़ (ITR, बैंक स्टेटमेंट, सैलरी स्लिप) जमा करें।
यदि आप आश्रित हैं, तो अंतरिम भरण-पोषण के लिए शीघ्र आवेदन करें।
यदि आप भुगतान करने वाले हैं, तो उचित राशि तय करवाएँ और परिस्थितियाँ बदलने पर संशोधन के लिए आवेदन करें।
सभी आदेश, नोटिस और दस्तावेज़ क्रमवार सुरक्षित रखें।
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Hello friends, welcome to Delhi Law Firm®, your trusted legal partner for justice and family law guidance across India. In this post, we clearly explain the difference between Maintenance, Alimony, and Interim Maintenance with the latest law updates.
📘 What Each Term Means
🧾 Maintenance
Ongoing financial support to a wife, child, or parent for basic needs (food, housing, education, medical care).
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Marriage is a lifelong commitment — and legal registration gives it validity, protection, and peace of mind. Many couples today ask: Can you do court marriage and get a certificate the same day? The answer depends on the law you marry under, your documents, and the local registrar’s rules.
This guide from Delhi Law Firm® provides a clear roadmap for “same-day marriage registration” — what’s possible, the legal constraints, and how we can assist you every step of the way.
⚖️ Legal Framework in India
There are two principal legal routes to register a marriage:
🕊️ 1. Special Marriage Act, 1954 (Civil / Secular Marriage)
This route allows inter-faith or inter-caste couples to marry without converting. But it includes a mandatory 30-day notice period.
Procedure:
File a Notice of Intended Marriage with the Marriage Officer in whose jurisdiction either party has lived for at least 30 days.
The notice is published / displayed publicly for 30 days.
If no objections are raised, the marriage is solemnized before the officer.
The marriage certificate is issued after signatures by parties and witnesses.
📅 Timeline: Minimum 30 days 🚫 Same-day certificate: Not allowed (statutory requirement) ✅ Best for: Inter-faith, inter-caste, secular marriages
🕉️ 2. Religious / Personal Law Marriage Registration
If both partners perform a religious ceremony (Hindu, Muslim, Christian, etc.), you can apply for registration afterward under your personal law.
In many places (e.g. Delhi NCR, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh), registrar offices may permit same-day issuance, provided all documents, proofs, and witnesses are in order.
Procedure:
Perform the valid religious ceremony (e.g. Hindu rites, Nikah, church).
Collect proof of marriage — priest certificate, photographs, Nikahnama, etc.
Visit the Registrar / Sub-Registrar office with both parties and witnesses.
Submit the application, documents, and fees.
Verification is done, and certificate is issued — often on the same day.
📅 Timeline: 1–3 working days ✅ Same-day possibility: Yes (where permitted) ⚠️ Condition: All documentation and verification must be flawless
🧾 Documents Required
Category
Required Documents
Identity Proof
Aadhaar / Passport / Voter ID
Age Proof
Birth Certificate / 10th Marksheet / Passport
Address Proof
Aadhaar / Electricity Bill / Rent Agreement
Photographs
4 passport-size each
Marital Status
Affidavit declaring “Single / Divorced / Widowed”
Witnesses
2–3 adults with valid ID & address proof
Divorce / Death Proof
Divorce decree / Death certificate (if applicable)
Religious Proof (if applicable)
Priest certificate / Nikahnama / Church certificate / photos
💡 Tip: Ensure consistent name, date of birth, and address across all documents.
🗂️ Procedure Step-by-Step
A. Under Special Marriage Act
File “Notice of Intended Marriage”
Wait 30-day public notice period
Appear before Marriage Officer with witnesses
Marriage is solemnized
Certificate issued after signatures
Estimated time: ~30–35 days
B. Religious / Personal Law Registration
Perform the religious ceremony
Gather proof and documents
Visit Registrar / Sub-Registrar with parties & witnesses
File application, submit documents & fees
Verification and immediate registration (if office permits)
Estimated time: 1–3 days (in some cases same day)
💰 Fees & Timeline Overview
Type
Time Required
Approx. Govt. Fees
Special Marriage Act
30–35 days
₹150 – ₹500
Religious / Personal Law
1–3 days
₹100 – ₹250
Tatkal / Urgent / Fast Track
Same day (where allowed)
₹500 – ₹1000
Actual time and cost depend on your state, district, and how busy the registrar’s office is.
⚠️ Common Causes for Delay
Discrepancy in name / DOB across documents
Wrong jurisdiction or registrar chosen
Absence of witnesses during submission
Incomplete affidavits or missing documents
Invalid or unverified religious proof
Delhi Law Firm® helps you audit and correct all documents before submission to avoid such delays.
🧑⚖️ Legal Validity and Caution
Marriage registration is a statutory process. Avoid shortcuts or promises of “instant marriage” by unauthorized persons — such outcomes may later be declared invalid.
Always ensure:
The Registrar/Sub-Registrar is government-authorized
Both parties appear in person
Witnesses sign before the official
The certificate bears an official seal and registration number
🤝 Why Many Couples Choose Delhi Law Firm®
Expert legal assistance for court marriage and registration
Document validation and affidavit drafting
Handling inter-faith, NRI, and foreigner marriage requirements
Assistance in securing tatkal / priority appointments
Q1. Can court marriage be completed in one day? Only in cases where you have already done a religious ceremony and every document is ready. Under the Special Marriage Act, the 30-day notice is mandatory.
Q2. Is Arya Samaj marriage valid legally? Yes, as a religious ceremony. But registration at the Sub-Registrar gives legal standing.
Q3. Can NRIs / foreign nationals marry in India? Yes, with passport, visa, and single-status certificate (apostilled) and correct documentation.
Q4. What if parents oppose the marriage? If both parties are adults, parental permission is not required under law. You may seek legal protection if needed.
Q5. Can we register the marriage online? You can pre-book appointments online in many states, but personal appearance and verification are mandatory.
🌐 Contact Delhi Law Firm®
📍 Offices: Delhi NCR (covering all district courts) 📞 Helpline: +91 9990649999 🌐 Website: https://delhilawfirm.in
Start your journey to a legally secured marriage — fast, clear, and professional support.
⚠️ Disclaimer
Same-day registration is only legally possible where the registrar’s office permits it and all verifications are complete. Under the Special Marriage Act, the 30-day notice is non-negotiable. Delhi Law Firm® assists in compliance, preparation, and representation — but issuance of the certificate is the registrar’s prerogative.
