This document contains the Supreme Court of India's judgement in the case of Chanmuniya vs Virendra Kumar Singh Kushwaha. It addresses the crucial legal question of whether a long-term cohabitation between a man and woman can raise a presumption of a valid marriage, entitling the woman to maintenance under Section 125 of the Cr.P.C. The judgement explores various legal precedents and discusses the interpretation of the term 'wife' in the context of maintenance claims, particularly in light of evolving social norms and the Domestic Violence Act, 2005. This judgement is essential for legal professionals, students, and anyone interested in family law and maintenance rights in India.
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