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Elder Abuse Prevention — Landmark Judgments

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Landmark Judgments

S. Vanitha vs. The Deputy Commissioner, Bengaluru Urban District & Ors.

2020

This Supreme Court judgment significantly clarified the scope and powers of the Maintenance Tribunal under the Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act, 2007.…

Dr. Ashwani Kumar vs. Union of India

2019

While not directly on elder abuse, this Supreme Court case highlighted the State's responsibility towards the welfare of the elderly. The Court issued directions to the Union and…