Guwahati, May 12: The Assam state government has constituted an expert committee to examine the legislative competence of the state legislature to end the practice of polygamy. The committee has been given a deadline of 60 days to submit its report. The announcement to form the committee was made earlier by the government, and it has now been constituted with the following members:
- Justice (Retired) Rumi Phookan as Chairperson
- Debajit Saikia, Advocate General, Assam – Member
- Nalin Kohli, Additional Advocate General, Assam – Member
- Nekibur Zaman, Advocate
Following my announcement to form an expert committee to examine the legislative competence of state legislature to enact a law to end polygamy, the state government has constituted the committee today. The committee comprises the following members:
1. Justice (Retired) Smt.…
— Himanta Biswa Sarma (@himantabiswa) May 11, 2023
Polygamy is a practice where a person is allowed to have more than one spouse, and it is prevalent in many parts of the country. The practice has been a subject of debate for a long time, with many calling for an end to it. The state government of Assam has taken a step in this direction by forming the expert committee.
The committee will examine the legislative competence of the state legislature to enact a law to end polygamy. The committee members are all legal experts who are well-versed in the Indian legal system.
Justice (Retired) Rumi Phookan will chair the committee, while Debajit Saikia, Advocate General, and Nalin Kohli, Additional Advocate General, both from Assam, will serve as members. Nekibur Zaman, an advocate, has also been included in the committee.
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The committee has been given a deadline of 60 days to submit its report. It is expected that the committee will consult with experts and stakeholders to examine the issue thoroughly. The committee’s report will help the state government to decide on the future course of action regarding the issue of polygamy.
Polygamy has been a contentious issue in India, with many arguing that it is a violation of the rights of women. The practice has been banned in many countries, including neighboring Pakistan and Bangladesh. The state government’s move to examine the issue of polygamy shows its commitment to addressing social issues and promoting gender equality.
The constitution of the expert committee to examine the legislative competence of the state legislature to end polygamy is a positive step toward addressing the issue of polygamy in Assam.
The committee, with its legal experts, is expected to provide valuable insights into the issue and help the government to make informed decisions. It is hoped that the committee’s report will lead to the end of polygamy in the state, promoting gender equality and protecting the rights of women.
