Pendente lite
| Literal meaning | While the suit is pending |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | pen-DEN-tay LY-tay |
During the time a case is pending in court.
Example
A wife who has no income asks the court for money during the divorce case. The court can give maintenance pendente lite.
Statutory link
Section 24 of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955: the court can order maintenance pendente lite and expenses of the proceedings.
Exam tip
Asked with interim maintenance and lis pendens.
Memory trick
While the case is alive.
Key takeaway
Pendente lite means during the pendency of a case.
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