My parent has demanded 10% of my salary as his maintenance because he said that I earn a lot. Can he do that?
The Maintenance of Parents Act (MPA) only allows your parent to claim for his basic expenses like food, accommodation, medical and transport.
The amount claimed is generally not tied to children's salaries although it is a factor to consider.
Related questions
My parents do not want to claim from my siblings who are not maintaining them. Can I claim on their behalf?
If I agree to maintain my parent now, does it mean that I will be expected to cover any increase in his future expenses?
Am I still obliged to maintain my parents since we have published in the newspapers on the severance of our ties?
What is the difference between the Office of the Commissioner for the Maintenance of Parents (CMP) and Tribunal for the Maintenance of Parents (TMP)?
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