Supreme Court Allows Mother's Appeal in Maintenance Case: DNA Test Cannot Rebut Presumption of Legitimacy Under Section 112 of Indian Evidence Act, 1872. The Court held that a child born during a valid marriage is entitled to maintenance from the legal father despite a negative DNA test, as the presumption of legitimacy is conclusive and can only be rebutted by proof of non-access.
21 Apr 2026The appellant, was employed as domestic help in the residence of the respondent, for three years, during which the respondent established a sexual rel...




