Breaking down the Notion of 'Custody' in Child Custody Cases

Aha, finally cracked it - the concept of 'custody' in child custody cases, at least for CUET PG Law. Now I know my understanding was all jumbled up earlier. It's all about the concept of 'residence' vs. 'custody'. Residence refers to where the child physically lives, while custody refers to the rights and responsibilities of making major decisions about the child. But, what happens when there's a dispute? In cases like Pal v. State of Kerala (1999), the Supreme Court emphasized the importance of joint custody and residence. This means the child should ideally have a stable environment and relationship with both parents. Not an easy feat, considering the complexities of Indian family laws. Still, it's a step closer to understanding this messy area of law.