New Delhi, July 24 -- The Supreme Court urged the woman to "earn and live with dignity" as she demanded Rs.12 crore and a flat in Mumbai from her estranged husband in alimony. The woman told the Supreme Court that she wanted a flat in Mumbai free of cost and Rs.12 crore as permanent, one-time maintenance.

According to Bar and Bench, a bench of Chief Justice of India BR Gavai and Justices K Vinod Chandran and NV Anjaria questioned the quantum of the woman's demand, given the short duration of the marriage and the woman's professional background.

"It lasted just 18 months. And you are seeking a crore a month?" the Chief Justice observed.

When CJI Gavai asked the woman about her educational and professional qualifications, she said she he...