23 August,2017 03:02 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Supreme Court said on Tuesday that triple talaq -- the Muslim practice that allows men to instantly divorce their wives -- is unconstitutional, striking it down
Supreme Court said on Tuesday that triple talaq -- the Muslim practice that allows men to instantly divorce their wives -- is unconstitutional, striking it down.
The bench comprised of five judges of different faiths deliberated for three months before issuing its order. The order comes in response to petitions from seven Muslim women who had been divorced through triple talaq. More than 20 Muslim countries, including neighbouring Pakistan and Bangladesh, have banned the practice. Tv celeb happy with the decision and speak out their mind.
Shubhangi Atre: Happy and proud moment for Indians. Once again our law has provided fair decision for the women welfare and security. There will be no injustice.
Suyyash Rai: Proud Indian moment. Supreme court has once again done justice for the welfare of our country. No marriages will be a game no on in our country.
Devoleena Bhattacharjee: Happy and proud moment for every Indian. Once again we are giving our women the position they own. Females always have special and precious place in our country. With the supreme court verdict our females will be more encouraged to grow and fight to injustice.
Manish Goplani: Happy for Indian Muslim women as they will get a better life. They will be not a victim to injustice anymore.
Mahika Sharma: I don't know the history of the triple talaq. But in today's time it was really weird. Happy that court has helped our Muslim sisters to grow and develop with justice.
Manu Punjabi: Happy that Indian-Muslims will enjoy the new era. Supreme court has always brought light in the life of people with its verdict.
Yuvika Chaudhary: Happy moment for the country. The verdict will began new era for Indian-muslim women.