Section 91, The Child Right Act, 2007

(1) The following persons who have custody of a childmay apply to a Family Court for a maintenance order for the child:– (a) a parent of the child; (b) the guardian of the child; or (c) any other person. (2) The following may also apply to a Family Court for a maintenance order:-– (a) the child by his next friend; (b) a probation officer; or (c) a social welfare officer. (3) The application for maintenance may be made against any person who is legally liable to maintain the child or contribute towards the maintenance of the child.