Assam Prohibition of Polygamy Bill
Assam Passes Historic Bill to Ban Polygamy: Understanding the New Criminal Offense and Its Implications
Nov 27, 2025 08:35 pm CST
Assam's Legislative Assembly has passed the groundbreaking 'Prohibition of Polygamy Bill, 2025,' establishing polygamy as a criminal offense punishable by up to seven years imprisonment. Championed by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma as the first step toward implementing a Uniform Civil Code in the state, the bill provides compensation for female victims while excluding Scheduled Tribes and areas under the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution. This landmark legislation represents Assam's commitment to strengthening women's rights and position in society.
Assam Introduces Stringent Anti-Polygamy Bill: Up to 7 Years Imprisonment for Offenders
Nov 26, 2025 02:47 am CST
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has introduced a comprehensive anti-polygamy bill that proposes imprisonment up to seven years for first-time offenders and ten years for those concealing existing marriages. The legislation aims to eliminate polygamous practices statewide except in Sixth Schedule areas and for Scheduled Tribes, while providing compensation to affected women and imposing additional consequences including disqualification from government employment and benefits.