Child Custody Case: High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh Supports Mother's Right to Custody Despite Financial Disparity In a recent landmark judgment, the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh made a crucial observation regarding child custody cases. The Court emphasized that financial affluence of the father should not be the sole determining factor in awarding custody of the child. It held that a mother's financial limitations should not render her unfit for custody, particularly when she has been the primary caregiver and provides emotional support and stability to the child. Key Highlights of the Judgment: Father’s Financial Superiority Not the Deciding Factor: The Court stated that financial superiority alone cannot outweigh the other critical factors like emotional bonding and continuity of care. The welfare of the child, as per the Guardian and Wards Act of 1890, involves more than just physical well-being—it includes emotional and moral welfare. Mother...