Unmarried major Daughter if Physically Or Mental sound is Not Entitled To Claim Maintenance From Father U/s 125 Of CrPC: Supreme Court.

Yes, an unmarried dependent daughter is eligible for maintenance under Section 125 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC) in India. The law stipulates that a father is obligated to provide maintenance to his unmarried daughter if she is unable to maintain herself. This includes providing for her basic needs such as food, clothing, shelter, and education.

Under Section 125 CrPC, the following individuals are generally not entitled to claim maintenance:

1. Minor Wife: If the wife is a minor and the marriage is declared void or annulled.
2. Self-Sufficient Wife: A wife who is earning sufficiently and can maintain herself.
3. Disobedient Wife: A wife who refuses to live with her husband without any reasonable cause or justifiable reason.
4. Adulterous Wife: A wife living in adultery is not entitled to claim maintenance.
5. Person Capable of Maintaining Themselves: Any person who is capable of maintaining themselves and does not fall under the categories of wife, child, or parents who are unable to maintain themselves.

Yes, a major unmarried daughter can claim maintenance from her father under Section 125 CrPC if she is unable to maintain herself due to physical or mental infirmity or if she is pursuing higher education and cannot support herself. The Supreme Court and various High Courts have upheld that the father has an obligation to provide maintenance to his unmarried daughter even after she attains the age of majority, provided she cannot maintain herself.

One of the significant recent judgments related to Section 125 CrPC by the Supreme Court is:

Kamla Devi vs. State of Uttarakhand (2020): The Supreme Court reiterated that under Section 125 CrPC, a wife, minor children, and parents who are unable to maintain themselves are entitled to claim maintenance. The Court emphasized that the purpose of Section 125 CrPC is to prevent destitution and vagrancy by compelling those who can provide support to those who are unable to maintain themselves.

Supreme Court's stance on maintenance for daughters: The Court has also reiterated that a daughter, whether minor or major, is entitled to claim maintenance from her father if she is unable to maintain herself. This includes cases where the daughter is pursuing education or is incapacitated and unable to earn a livelihood.

For the most current and specific judgments, it is recommended to consult legal databases or seek advice from a legal professional. The Supreme Court's judgments are continually evolving, and the latest rulings should be referred to for the most accurate legal position.