Assam abolishes ‘Muslim Marriage and Divorce Act of 1935’

Assam BJP Government takes a step towards the Uniform Civil Code (UCC)

Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma.

Guwahati (Assam) – The Assam Government has abolished the ‘Muslim Marriage and Divorce Act of 1935’. According to the Government, all marriages in the State will now be under ‘Special Marriage Acts’ and this move is a significant step towards eradicating child marriages. The decision was reached in a cabinet meeting under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma.

Minister Jayanta Mallabaruah, while communicating to the media post the cabinet meeting, stated, “Our commitment is towards implementing the Uniform Civil Code. The ‘Muslim Marriage and Divorce Act’, in existence since the British era, has become outdated. Its abolition will help prevent child marriages, allowing only the men above 21 years and women above 18 years to marry.”

Editorial Perspective

Hindus believe that the BJP-led Union Government and States should also follow the footsteps of Assam BJP Government.