Divorced daughters can avail parents' pensions
The New Indian Express|August 15, 2024
IN a landmark decision, the Uttarakhand government has announced that divorced daughters will be eligible for their parents' pension, even after their demise, if the divorce occurs after parental death.
NARENDRA SETHI

This empathetic move aims to provide financial security and support to divorced women, ensuring their well-being and empowerment. According to the decision, if a daughter gets divorced after her parents' death, she will still be entitled to receive their pension, providing her a sense of security and independence.

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