My husband and I are separated for six months now, and I’m living with my parents and kids in Indore. I filed a case for maintenance and domestic violence, but he didn’t show up in court. I’m not working and my parents are struggling to support us. What are my options for getting maintenance quickly?

Since your husband did not appear in court, you can apply for an ex-parte order for maintenance under the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005. The court can issue an order requiring him to pay maintenance pending the final decision in the case. You can also explore options for getting maintenance from your husband through the Family Courts Act.