Taxmann's Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act 2007 [Bare Act with Section Notes] – Featuring the Amended Act | Expert Commentary | Case Laws—for Elder Law | Compliance | Policy

Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act 2007 [Bare Act with Section Notes] by Taxmann is a definitive statutory compendium devoted to the law that guarantees the maintenance, protection, and welfare of parents and senior citizens in India. This 2026 Edition consolidates the full, amended text of the principal Act, allied rules, and the latest authoritative commentary—providing readers with a reliable and practical reference, compliance, and litigation resource. Enriched with exhaustive section notes and in-depth analysis of leading case law, this Edition bridges the statutory text with practical judicial interpretation, making it indispensable for anyone engaged in elder care law, family law, social justice, or public administration in India. This book is intended for the following audience: Legal Practitioners, Judges & Law Firms – For accurate statutory reference, litigation support, and authoritative guidance on maintenance and welfare issues District Magistrates, Social Welfare Departments & Enforcement Agencies – For implementing, monitoring, and adjudicating maintenance, property protection, and welfare schemes under the Act Senior Citizens, Parents & Families – To understand enforceable rights, remedies, and procedural pathways for maintenance, property, and residence NGOs, Social Workers & Policy Makers – For advocacy, awareness, and policy development on senior citizen welfare and rights Academicians, Law Students & Researchers – As an authoritative text for the study of family law, welfare legislation, and the intersection of ageing, society, and law The Present Publication is the 2026 Edition, covering the amended and updated text of the Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act [Act No. 56 of 2007] and Rules, with the following noteworthy features: [Comprehensive Statutory Coverage] Full, updated text of the Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act 2007, with amendments and key allied rules [Section-wise Notes & Expert Commentary] Detailed explanations, legislative background, and editorial insights on every statutory provision [Exhaustive Case Law Digest] Leading Supreme Court and High Court decisions interpreting and applying key provisions—e.g., on maintenance rights, property disputes, tribunal powers, eviction, and protection of senior citizens [User-friendly Structure] Organised content, subject index, and clear section notes for quick reference and practical application [Latest Developments] Incorporates all major judicial pronouncements and legislative amendments up to date [Practical Compliance Guidance] Stepwise procedures for maintenance applications, property protection, enforcement, appeals, and more [Focused Analysis of Offences & Enforcement] In-depth coverage of abandonment, penalties, offences, and enforcement procedures under the Act [Practical Utility] Ideal for use in courts, tribunals, academic research, and policy formulation, as well as for citizens seeking to assert or understand their rights The structure of the book is as follows: Section-wise Presentation – Each section is presented in full, followed by detailed notes, judicial comments, and practical insights Case Law Integration – Key judgments are summarised with context, legal reasoning, and actionable principles for users Comments & Practical Guidance – Section notes clarify ambiguities, highlight procedural nuances, and decode complex legal requirements Subject Index & Tables – Comprehensive index and reference tables enable quick research and accessibility for all users Read more