TALAQ TALAQ TALAQ : Law and her

Triple talaq additionally referred to as talaq-e-hiddat, is a shape of immediate Islamic divorce which has been practiced via way of means of Indian Muslims The exercise of immediate triple talaq changed into held unconstitutional via way of means of the Honorable Supreme Court in August 2017 The use and standing of triple talaq in India has been a topic of controversy and debute. Those wondering the exercise have raised problems of justice, pender equality. human rights and secularism. The debate has worried the Government of India and the Supreme Court of India, and is attached to the talk approximately a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) stated in Article forty four of the Constitution of India. In July 2019, the Parliament of India declared the exercise of triple talaq as illegal. unconstitutional and made it a punishable act In fact, many nations throughout the globe have already banned the triple talaq Islamic international locations that have banned the triple talaq consist of Pakistan, Indonesia, Egypt. Turkey and Bangladesh amongst many others.

Triple talaq ban: saviour or stunt

After many controversies and a lengthy debate, the Triple Talaq Bill cleared the Rajya Sabha hurdle and finally The Muslim Women (Protection of Rights on Marriage) Act 2019, became law on 31st July 2019, replacing all earlier ordinances. The Supreme Court declared the practice of instant triple talaq unconstitutional and a divorce pronounced by uttering talaq three times in one sitting. including in written or electron le form void and illegal. This is being seen as a major political win of the Narendra Modi government.

The law makes the declaration of talaq a cognizable offence, attracting up to three years’ imprisonment with a fine. In simple terms, a cogniza ble offence is one for which a police officer may arrest an ac cused person without warrant. The offence will be cognizable if information relating to the offence is given by the married woman (against whom talag talag has been declared) or any per son related to her by blood or marriage. The government has instituted the law in the name of justice gender equality hu

The Act makes use of the phrase talaq all through its provisions however restricts its that means through defining the phrase as “talaq-e-bidat or some other comparable shape of talaq having the impact of immediately and irrevocable divorce”. This definition covers the so-referred to as triple talaq — wherein a husband says that he’s giving “3 talaqs” to his wife, or repeats the phrase talaq thrice — as additionally what is understood withinside the conventional Muslim regulation as a “unmarried irrevocable divorce” wherein the husband publicizes he can not revoke the talaq he’s pronouncing. These are the types of divorce which textbooks on Muslim regulation describe as practices “awful in theology however appropriate in regulation” — a humorous proposition, indeed. A constitutionally secular united states isn’t certain to defend through regulation even what’s “appropriate in theology” — of course, theology of any community. It is naive to assume it to legally put in force what’s admittedly “awful in theology” in a specific community’s theology.

The affect that the Act has repealed the Muslim regulation on divorce via way of means of husbands in its entirety isn’t always correct. Its provisions are limited of their impact to talaq-e-bidat, the 2 varieties of that have been noted above. The right manner of divorce via way of means of guys as prescribed via way of means of the Quran and different actual reassets of Muslim regulation stays unaffected via way of means of the Act. Nor does the Act have an effect on in any feel the provisions of Muslim regulation on divorce at the example of girls or via way of means of the spouses’ mutual consent.

Whether a person has reported a talaq as in keeping with actual Muslim regulation or in violation of its precepts might be a count number to be proved via way of means of evidence. In the previous case, the Act will now no longer practice. In the latter case it will, and should, practice with all its vigour.

India current situation

22 nations including Pakistan and Iran have abrogated Triple Talaq either unequivocally or certainly. It is normally accepted that strict minorities in a nation are hesitant to changes, perhaps on the grounds that they feel that adjustment in their own laws may push their religion to a spot where their strict character would be in question. In India, this can be unmistakably seen and subsequently it has consistently been hard to change individual laws particularly with regards to strict minorities. However, taking the case of Sri Lanka here, just 10% of its populace is Muslim still, it struck down moment Triple Talaq in 2006 through a change to Sri Lanka’s Marriage and Divorce (Muslim) Act, 195.

Conclusion

India is an assorted nation where each religion has its significant and has the privilege to proceed with its practices. Muslims are the biggest minorities in India and have been given different advantages to follow their religion and not will undoubtedly do anything which against their religion or something which they are not permitted to do.Thus, it can be concluded that making of Triple Talaq as unconstitutional or void was a big step taken by both legislature and judiciary. It was a dream come of true for the women who were sufferer of its misuse. It was used by people as a toy and used to type “talaq” word 3 times through any means be it oral, written or electronic form and thus turned they customs according to themselves without taking into consideration the rights of women. “Talaq” or “Divorce” as in Hindu law is to be the last resort and cannot be taken merely on a trivial wear and tear of the marriage. Also, the recent trends show that even after being declared as unconstitutional and void people are still using it illegally.

Hon’ble Prime Minister’s Letter

My fellow Indian,

PM Narendra Modi
PM Narendra Modi

This day last year began a golden chapter in the history of Indian democracy. It was after several decades that the people of the country voted back a full term government with a full majority.

Once again, I bow to the 130 crore people of India and the democratic ethos of our nation.

During normal times, I would have been in your midst. However, the present circumstances do not permit that. That is why, I seek your blessings through this letter.

Your affection, goodwill and active cooperation have given new energy, and inspiration. The way you have showcased the collective strength of democracy is a guiding light for the whole world.

Back in 2014, the people of the country voted for a substantive transformation. In the last five years, the nation saw how the administrative apparatus broke itself free of status quo and from the swamp of corruption as well as misgovernance. True to the spirit of ‘Antyodaya’ the lives of millions have been transformed.

From 2014 to 2019, India’s stature rose significantly. The dignity of the poor was enhanced. The nation achieved financial inclusion, free gas and electricity connections, total sanitation coverage, and made progress towards ensuring ‘Housing for All.’

India demonstrated its mettle through the surgical strike and air strike. At the same time, decades old demands such as OROP, One Nation One Tax- GST, better MSP for farmers were fulfilled.

In 2019, the people of India voted not merely for continuity but also with a dream- of taking India to new heights. A dream of making India a global leader. The decisions taken in the last one year are directed at fulfilling this dream.

Today, 130 crore people feel involved and integrated in the development trajectory of the nation.The light of ‘Jan Shakti’ and ‘Rashtra Shakti’ has ignited the entire nation. Powered by the Mantra of ‘Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas’ India is marching forward in all spheres.

My fellow Indian,

In the last one year, some of the decisions were widely discussed and remain etched in public discourse.

The decision on Article 370 furthered the spirit of national unity and integration. The Ram Mandir judgment, delivered unanimously by the Honourable Supreme Court of India, brought an amicable end to a debate persisting for centuries. The barbaric practice of Triple Talaq has been confined to the dustbin of history. Amendment to the Citizenship Act was an expression of India’s compassion and spirit of inclusiveness.

But there have been many other decisions that have added momentum to the nation’s development trajectory.

The creation of the post of the Chief of Defence Staff  was a long pending reform that has improved coordination among the armed forces. At the same time, India has stepped up preparations for Mission Gaganyaan.

Empowering the poor, farmers, women and youth has remained our priority.

PM Kisan Samman Nidhi now includes all farmers. In just one year, more than Rupees 72,000 crore has been deposited in the accounts of over 9 crore 50 lakh farmers.

The Jal Jeevan Mission will ensure supply of potable drinking water through piped connections to over 15 crore rural households.

A huge campaign of free vaccination is being conducted for better health of our 50 crore livestock.

For the first time in our country’s history, farmers, farm labourers, small shopkeepers and workers in unorganised sector are assured the provision of regular monthly pension of Rs. 3000 after the age of 60 years.

Besides the facility of availing bank loans, a separate department has also been created for fishermen. Several other decisions have been taken to strengthen the fisheries sector. This will boost the blue economy.

Similarly, it has been decided to constitute a Vyapari Kalyan Board for timely resolution of the problems of the traders. Higher quantum of financial assistance is being provided to more than 7 crore women attached to self help groups. Recently the loans without guarantee for self help groups has been doubled to 20 lakh from the earlier 10 lakh.

Keeping in mind the education of tribal children, we have begun the construction of more than 400 new Ekalavya Model Residential Schools.

Several people friendly laws have been ushered in during the last year. Our Parliament has broken the decades-old record in terms of productivity. As a result, whether it be the Consumer Protection Act, the amendment to Chit Fund Law or laws to provide more protection to women, children and Divyang, their passage in the Parliament was expedited.

As a result of the policies and decisions of the government, the rural-urban gap is shrinking. For the first time, the number of rural Indians using internet is 10% more than the number of urban Indians.

The list of such historic actions and decisions taken in national interest would be too long to detail in this letter. But I must say that every day of this year, my government has worked round the clock with full vigour, taking and implementing these decisions.

My fellow Indian,

As we were moving ahead at fast pace in the fulfilment of hopes and aspirations of our countrymen, the Coronavirus global pandemic engulfed our country as well.

While on one hand are powers with great economic resources and state-of-the-art healthcare systems, on the other hand is our country besieged with problems amidst a vast population and limited resources.

Many feared that India will become a problem for the world when Corona hits India. But today, through sheer confidence and resilience, you have transformed the way the world looks at us. You have proven that the collective strength and potential of Indians is unparalleled compared even to the powerful and prosperous countries of the world. Be it clapping and lighting a lamp to the honouring of Corona Warriors by India’s armed forces, Janta curfew or by faithful adherence to rules during the nationwide lockdown, on every occasion you have shown that Ek Bharat is the guarantee for ShresthaBharat.

In a crisis of this magnitude, it can certainly not be claimed that no one suffered any inconvenience or discomfort. Our labourers, migrant workers, artisans & craftsmen in small scale industries, hawkers and such fellow countrymen have undergone tremendous suffering.We are working in a united and determined way to alleviate their troubles.

However, we have to take care to ensure that inconveniences that we are facing do not turn into disasters. Hence, it is very important for every Indian to follow all rules and guidelines. We have displayed patience so far and we should continue to do so. This is one of the important reasons for India being safer and in a better state than many other countries. This is a long battle but we have started traversing on the path of victory, and victory is our collective resolve.

In the last few days, a super cyclone has wreaked havoc in parts of West Bengal and Odisha. Here too, the resilience of the people of these states is noteworthy. Their courage inspires the people of India.

Dear friends,

At such a time, there is also a widespread debate on how the economies of various countries, including India’s, will recover. However, given the way India has surprised the world with its unity and resolve in the fight against Coronavirus, there is a firm belief that we will also set an example in economic revival. In the economic domain, through their strength, 130 crore Indians can not only surprise the world but also inspire it.

It is the need of the hour that we must become self-reliant. We have to move forward based on our own abilities, in our own way, and there is only one way to do it – Aatmanirbhar Bharat or Self-reliant India.

The recent Rs 20 lakh crore package given for Aatmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan is a major step in this direction.

This initiative will usher in a new era of opportunities for every Indian, be it our farmers, workers, small entrepreneurs or youth associated with start ups.

The fragrance of Indian soil along with the sweat, hard work and talent of our workers will create products that will reduce India’s dependence on imports and will move towards self-reliance.

Dear friends,

In this journey of the last six years, you have continuously showered me with love and blessings.

It is the strength of your blessings that has made the nation take historic decisions and progress rapidly in the last one year. However, I am also aware that there is a lot that needs to be done. There are many challenges and problems that our country faces. I am working day and night. There could be deficiencies in me but there is nothing that our country lacks. So, I believe in you, your strength and your abilities even more than I believe in myself.

The source of strength for my resolve is you, your support, blessings and affection.

Due to the global pandemic this is certainly a time of crisis but for us Indians this is also a time for a firm resolve.

We must always remember that the present and future of 130 crore Indians will never be dictated by an adversity.

We will decide our present and our future.

We will move ahead on the path of progress and victory will be ours.

It is said that- कृतम्मेदक्षिणेहस्ते, जयोमेसव्यआहितः

This means, if we have action and duty on one hand, then success is assured in the other hand.

With prayers for our country’s success, I bow to you once again.

My heartiest wishes to you and your family.

Stay healthy, stay safe!!!

Stay aware, stay informed!!!

Your Pradhan Sevak

Narendra Modi