​Muslim Marriages and Divorce Registration Act, 1935

  • Recently, the Assam Cabinet approved a bill to repeal the Assam Muslim Marriages and Divorce Registration Act and Rules of 1935.
  • The repeal aims to bring parity in registration of marriage and divorce.
  • The 1935 Act allowed underage marriages under specific conditions and provided for voluntary registration of Muslim marriages and divorces. It authorized 94 individuals to perform these registrations.
  • The Cabinet’s move follows its February decision to repeal the outdated Act, aligning with contemporary societal norms and legal standards.
  • The government’s goal is to implement stricter safeguards against child ....
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