JUDGMENT

Arun Monga, J. - This criminal writ petition has been filed by one Ms. Neha for custody of her minor daughter, namely, Trisha aged about 4 years, who was allegedly taken away by her father in a clandestine manner.

2. The petition came up for hearing for admission on 04.04.2020 during Covid-19 lockdown period through video conferencing. Notice of motion was issued and the husband-respondent No.4, who is having the alleged illegal custody of the minor girl, was directed to remain present in person along with minor child on the next date of hearing. Upon service, respondent-husband filed a detailed reply controverting the pleas taken in the petition. The matter was then taken up for final hearing and learned counsels were heard in presence of both the parents. Petitioner (mother) as well as respondent No.4 (father) are educated professionals from reputed institutions, were also heard in person. Mother is stated to be B.Tech in electronics and telecommunications with honors and father is B.Tech followed by MBA.

3. Brief facts as contended by the petitioner. Marriage between petitioner and respondent No.4 took place on 12.12.2012 as per Hindu Rites. They started living at matrim