Khula under Islamic Law
On 1st April, 2024, the Supreme Court issued notice in an appeal against two Kerala High Court verdicts that held that Muslim women have the absolute right to unilateral and extra-judicial divorce through Khula under Islamic law.
Brief Description on Khula
- It is a practice within Islamic law that empowers Muslim women to unilaterally seek separation from their husbands.
- It is expressly mentioned in the Quran. It is designed to safeguard women's rights and operate within the parameters of Islamic law.
- The process involves the wife initiating the divorce by formally requesting it from the court, providing a valid reason such as ....
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