1. The Assam Cabinet decided to repeal the Assam Muslim Marriages and Divorce Registration Act of 1935.
2. This decision is part of the Assam Repealing Bill 2024.
3. The repeal aims to combat child marriages and ensure uniformity in marriage and divorce registration across communities.
Guwahati, July 19: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced on July 18 that the Assam Cabinet has decided to repeal the Assam Muslim Marriages and Divorce Registration Act of 1935.
This decision, part of the Assam Repealing Bill 2024, aims to combat child marriages and ensure uniformity in marriage and divorce registration across communities in the state.
The decision, made during the Assam Cabinet meeting, highlights the government’s commitment to addressing social issues such as child marriage.
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Repealing the outdated 1935 Act is a step towards creating a more equitable framework for marriage registrations, aligning with contemporary norms and providing legal protection for all citizens.
Chief Minister Sarma emphasized the need for new legislation to replace the repealed Act, specifically addressing the registration of Muslim marriages in Assam.
This new legislation will be tabled in the upcoming Monsoon Session of the Assam Legislative Assembly, showcasing the government’s proactive stance on legislative reform to uphold women’s rights and social justice.
The Assam Repealing Bill 2024 will undergo thorough deliberation in the Assembly session, where its passage will be crucial for formalizing these changes into law.
