“Father’s Duty to Support Children in Pakistan – Court Explains Law”
Table of Contents 1. Background of the Case Ali Akbar filed a constitutional petition. He wanted the court to discharge him from paying maintenance for two girls, Faiza and Nida. He claimed they were not his daughters. 2. Petitioner’s Claim The petitioner refused to acknowledge Faiza and Nida as his daughters. He raised this claim […]
“Family Law in Pakistan: A Case on Maintenance and Parental Responsibility in Peshawar”
Table of Contents 1. Introduction The SAMINA KOUSAR and Others vs. Respondents case raises an important question about family law: when does a father’s duty to support his children end? Specifically, this case looked at whether a father must continue to provide for his adult sons. We’ll break down the case’s key points, what the […]