A husband in India faces a cybercrime case filed by his wife. He wants to seek divorce, citing a past financial dispute that was settled in court. Can he avoid paying alimony during the divorce proceedings?

Indian law does not allow using a past financial dispute, even if settled in court, as grounds to avoid alimony during divorce. The cybercrime case is a separate matter and its impact on alimony depends on its severity and the court’s decision. Alimony is typically awarded based on the wife’s need and the husband’s ability to pay.