Second Wife of Deceased Muslim Government Employee Held Entitled to Family Pension: Patna High Court

The Patna High Court has issued a landmark order directing the Bihar government to sanction family pension to the second wife of a deceased Muslim government employee. The court emphasized that the applicable Finance Department resolution remains valid and enforceable, ensuring the rights of Muslim widows under Mohammedan Personal Law are recognized in pension benefits. Background of the Case and Petition The case was filed by Najma Khatoon following the…