"You are Not Marrying a Maid": Supreme Court Tells Husband to Share Household Chores with Wife

The Supreme Court orally observed that a wife's alleged failure to perform household chores, such as cooking, does not constitute cruelty in matrimonial cases.

A bench comprising Justice Vikram Nath and Justice Sandeep Mehta emphasized that marriage involves a life partner, not a maid, and that husbands must also contribute to domestic tasks.

The Court noted that societal expectations have evolved, requiring mutual participation in domestic activities such as cooking and washing. These remarks came during a divorce plea filed by a husband who alleged mistreatment and refusal to cook.

The Court has directed both parties to appear in person for further proceedings scheduled for April 27.