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Assam cabinet repeals Muslim marriages and divorces registration Act
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In a step towards prohibiting child marriage in the state, Assam Cabinet on Friday repealed the 'Assam Muslim Marriages and Divorces Registration Act, 1935.
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Published on February 24, 2024 - 03:16
Assam Repeals Muslim Marriage Act| CM Himanta Labels it Step Toward UCC| Oneindia News
The Assam Cabinet takes a pivotal step towards a Uniform Civil Code by repealing the outdated Assam Muslim Marriage and Divorce Registration Act of 1935. Minister Jayanta Malla Baruah highlights the move's significance in curbing child marriages. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma emphasizes the government's commitment to modernization, aligning with efforts to introduce comprehensive legal reforms and criminalize polygamy.
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