Punjab & Haryana High Court Rules Live-In Relationships with Minors Not Protected

The Punjab and Haryana High Court has issued a judgment stating that live-in relationships involving minors are not protected under Indian law. The ruling clarifies that the legal framework for cohabitation does not extend to minors, thereby limiting the applicability of the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act and related statutes. This decision is expected to influence future cases where parties seek to claim rights under cohabitation agreements involving underage individuals.