religious personal laws
Assam Proposes 7-Year Jail Term for Polygamy: New Bill to Protect Women's Dignity Regardless of Religion
Oct 28, 2025 02:50 am CST
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has announced a new anti-polygamy bill that will impose at least seven years imprisonment for offenders regardless of their religion. The legislation aims to protect women's dignity while being introduced alongside successful educational initiatives like the 'Mukhya Mantrir Nijut Moina' scheme, which has significantly increased girl enrollment and reduced dropout rates across the state.
Madras High Court Rules: Non-Hindu Couples Must Follow Juvenile Justice Act for Legal Adoptions
Oct 21, 2025 05:34 pm CST
The Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court has ruled that Muslim and Christian couples must follow the Juvenile Justice Act for legal adoptions rather than direct deed registration. Justice GR Swaminathan clarified that the JJ Act provides a secular framework for adoption regardless of religion, ensuring adopted children receive equal legal status as biological children. The ruling establishes a structured adoption process requiring registration on the national portal and timely processing by authorities.