Mana Ram v. State of Rajasthan
Case brief
What is this about?
In a Habeas Corpus petition by a father, this Court ensured the return of his minor daughter who had run away with an adult respondent. The Court, respecting the minor's wishes, placed her in the father's custody and directed him not to marry off the minor until she turns 18.
What did the court decide?
Minor directed to be given in guardianship of the father; father directed not to marry off the minor till she attains 18 years.