Custody of children

This refers to the report, "Guardianship of children by Mother" (March 29). Either parent can be a guardian of a minor child. The problem arises only in case of separated/divorced couples. It is very unfortunate when the custodial parent uses the child to settle scores with the non-custodial parent in a divorce battle. It is the child who suffers in the middle of all this. Even when he or she becomes an adult, he/she may be prevented from meeting the non-custodial parent. A law should be there for these hapless children so that they can enjoy the love, affection and guidance of both the parents.

Deendayal M. Lulla
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