Crime & Law · India
Chhattisgarh High Court Rules Sharia Courts Cannot Grant Divorces
The Chhattisgarh High Court has ruled that private religious bodies, including Sharia courts, cannot legally decide on divorce or marital status. The court declared an order by Raipur's Idara-e-Sharia invalid, stating such decisions hold no legal significance. The ruling clarifies that these religious bodies lack the authority for judicial determination or declaration of divorce.
How outlets across the spectrum covered it
L 0 C 2 R 2
- Centre (2): The Free Press Journal, The Statesman
- Right (2): Dainik Jagran, Punjab Kesari