Criminal Procedure Code, 1973, S.125–Maintenance–Proof of Marriage–Under S.125 Cr.P.C, strict proof of marriage is not necessary—Unlike matrimonial proceedings where strict proof of marriage is essential, in the proceedings under Section 125 Cr.P.C, such strict standard of proof is not necessary as it is summary in nature meant to prevent vagrancy.

2018(4) Law Herald (SC) 2954 : 2018 LawHerald.org 1768 IN THE SUPREME COURT OF INDIA Before                                                          Hon’ble Mr. Justice R. Banumathi Honble Mrs. Justice Indira Banerjee Criminal Appeal Nos. 2368-2369…