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Marriage Law: Muslim Family Laws Ordinance

The Muslim Family Laws Ordinance sets out the rules and regulations governing marriage, divorce, custody, and other family matters for Muslims in Pakistan. The Ordinance was promulgated in 1961 and has been amended several times since then.

The main provisions of the Ordinance are as follows:

Marriage: A Muslim marriage is a contract between two consenting adults, and must be conducted according to Islamic law. Both parties must be of sound mind and free from any legal impediments to marry. A marriage contract must be executed in the presence of two witnesses and registered with the relevant union council.

Divorce: A Muslim divorce can be initiated by either party to the marriage. The husband can unilaterally divorce his wife by pronouncing the talaq, or irrevocable divorce, three times. The wife can also initiate divorce proceedings by filing for khula, or judicial divorce, through a court. In both cases, the divorced couple must observe a waiting period of iddah before remarrying.

Custody: In a Muslim divorce, custody of children is typically given to the mother until they reach puberty. After that point, custody is generally awarded to the father. However, the court may award custody to whichever parent it deems to be in the best interests of the child.

Divorce (Talaq), Khula & Dissolution of Marriage

There are different types of divorce that our divorce & family lawyers can help you with. Talaq is a form of divorce where the husband declares his intention to divorce his wife in front of two witnesses, and the wife is then given a waiting period of iddah during which she cannot remarry. Khula is a form of divorce where the wife initiates the divorce proceedings and pays compensation to the husband in order to be released from the marriage. Dissolution of marriage is a form of divorce that can be granted by a court when there has been an irretrievable breakdown of the marriage.

If you are considering getting divorced, or have been served with divorce papers, then you should contact one of our experienced divorce & family lawyers who can advise you on your rights and options. We have a team of dedicated lawyers who have extensive experience in dealing with divorces, and we can provide you with the support and advice that you need throughout this difficult process.

Grounds for Dissolution of Marriage or Judicial Divorce

Divorce or judicial dissolution of marriage is the process by which a married couple can legally end their marriage. In most jurisdictions, divorce requires the consent of both parties. However, there are some grounds on which a divorce can be granted without the consent of both parties.

The most common grounds for divorce are adultery, desertion, and mental cruelty. Other grounds include drug addiction, financial irresponsibility, physical abuse, and habitual drunkenness. In some jurisdictions, such as France, no-fault divorce is also available.

Adultery is one of the most common grounds for divorce. It occurs when either spouse has an affair with someone else. The affair can be either physical or emotional in nature.
Desertion occurs when one spouse abandons the other without just cause. Mental cruelty occurs when one spouse attempts to emotionally or mentally damage the other.

Drug addiction and financial irresponsibility are also grounds for divorce. Drug addiction can lead to physical abuse, while financial irresponsibility can put a strain on the marriage.

Habitual drunkenness is another ground for divorce. This usually refers to a situation where one spouse is frequently intoxicated and causes problems within the marriage.

Physical abuse is another common ground for divorce. This includes any type of physical violence, such as hitting, kicking, or even just pushing.

There are many other grounds for divorce, but these are some of the most common. In some jurisdictions, such as France, no-fault divorce is also available. This means that either spouse can file for divorce without having to prove any specific grounds.

Desertion occurs when one spouse abandons the other without just cause. Mental cruelty occurs when one spouse mentally or emotionally abuses the other to the point where it causes suffering or anguish.