The Supreme Court of India has recently delivered a judgment on the issue of maintenance for live-in partners. Background: The case involved a woman who was seeking maintenance from her live-in partner, with whom she had been in a relationship for several years. Parties: The woman argued that she was entitled to maintenance, while the man contended that he was not liable to pay maintenance as they were not married. Legal issues: The court examined the legal framework surrounding live-in relationships and the issue of maintenance, considering the provisions of the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005. Court observations: The Supreme Court observed that live-in relationships are recognized by law and that women in such relationships are entitled to maintenance. Significance: The judgment has significant implications for the rights of women in live-in relationships and underscores the need for a more nuanced understanding of the concept of 'relationship' in the context of maintenance. The court's decision is expected to have far-reaching consequences for the rights of women in non-traditional relationships.