Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act, 2007

The Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act, 2007 (Act 56 of 2007) is a significant social welfare legislation enacted to provide effective provisions for the maintenance and welfare of parents and senior citizens in India. The Act establishes a legal mechanism through which parents and senior citizens who are unable to maintain themselves can seek maintenance and support from their children or relatives. This 2026 edition incorporates amendments arising from the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act, 2019 and presents the statutory framework governing the rights, protection, welfare, and maintenance of elderly persons. Published as a Bare Act with Comments, the book serves as an authoritative legal reference on senior citizen welfare, maintenance obligations, and related legal remedies.

Key Features

• Complete text of The Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act, 2007 (Act 56 of 2007)
• Updated with amendments under the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act, 2019 (Act 34 of 2019)
• Covers statutory provisions relating to maintenance of parents and senior citizens
• Provides legal framework for welfare and protection of elderly persons
• Includes provisions relating to maintenance tribunals and related remedies
• Features High Court Guidelines relevant to maintenance and welfare matters
• Useful reference for understanding rights and obligations under the Act
• Published as a Bare Act with Comments