“Child Marriage: Assam Government repeals the Archaic Act”, Organiser, March 12, 2024:
“The Assam Muslim Marriage and Divorce Act 1935, a draconian act dating back to the British era, which permitted Muslim men to marry girls as young as seven to eight years old and allowed multiple marriages has been repealed by the Assam Government.
However, the decision faces opposition from the Congress party, sparking questions about whether this resistance is rooted in genuine concerns or driven by vote bank politics. Let’s delve into the intricacies and implications of this controversial decision.
A significant move towards implementing the Uniform Civil Code (UCC), the Assam Government, led by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, made a decisive decision to repeal the archaic Act. The pivotal announcement was made during a cabinet meeting on January 23, underlining the State’s commitment to modernise its legal framework…..”
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