SC issues notice to Centre on petition to ban polygamy among Muslims
The Supreme Court on Friday issued a notice to the Centre, seeking its response on a petition to declare polygamy among Muslims as unconstitutional. The petition also seeks legislative steps to abolish the practice for all citizens, irrespective of religion. Filed by activist Zakia Soman and others, the petition argues that polygamy is a "primary driver of female destitution" and calls for the uniform application of Section 82 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), which punishes bigamy, by removing exemptions under Muslim Personal Law.
Key Points
- Supreme Court issued notice to the Centre on a petition challenging polygamy among Muslims as unconstitutional.
- The petition seeks legislative action to abolish polygamy for all citizens, regardless of religion.
- Activists argue polygamy is a "primary driver of female destitution."
- The petition calls for uniform application of Section 82 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) on bigamy.
Exam Facts
- Court: Supreme Court.
- Petitioners: Activist Zakia Soman and others.
- Law: Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), Section 82 (punishes bigamy).
- Issue: Polygamy among Muslims.
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