Homemaker's Efforts Help Husband Build Assets, But No Law Grants Her Ownership Rights: Delhi High Court

Delhi High Court recently dealt with a significant issue involving ownership rights in matrimonial property and the role of a homemaker under the framework of the Transfer of Property Act, 1882 and the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955. The case has brought renewed attention to the legal vacuum regarding non-financial contributions of spouses in property disputes. Appellant seeks 50% ownership of matrimonial home The case arose when the Appellant, a wife,…