What it means (brief): After divorce, court may order long-term/monthly or lump sum payment to spouse.
Stages:

  1. Application/claim raised during or after divorce.
  2. Evidence of incomes/assets by both sides.
  3. Court assesses needs and husband’s capacity to pay.
  4. Final alimony order (monthly or lump sum).
  5. Enforcement or modification applications / appeal.