 The number of elderly people in India is rapidly growing due to improved life expectancies. This has led to an increase in the dependency of these individuals as they become more vulnerable to mistreatment and neglect. In order to address this issue, the government passed the Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act in 2007. This act requires adult children and grandchildren to provide financial assistance to their elderly parents and grandparents if needed. Additionally, those who abandon their elders entirely may be fined or sentenced to jail time. While this law has been effective in some cases, it does not address all issues related to elder care. This article was authored by Utsav Raj and Abhiruti Dalhotra.