Manoj Dhankar v. Neeharika 2025 INSC 1068 - Child Custody

Child Custody - The central question is not who is right or wrong as between the parents, but what arrangement will best serve the child. The emotional, mental, and physical well-being of the child must always come first - Every child has a right to the affection of both parents. Even if parents live apart or in different countries, it is important for the child to maintain a relationship with both of them.  [Context: While allowing a father's request for video interaction, SC observed: It balances the reality of the child’s present living situation with the need to ensure that the father remains a part of the child’s life- Denying such contact would deprive the child of the love, guidance, and emotional support of the father]