AIMPLB to Challenge Supreme Court's Alimony Ruling for Divorced Muslim Women, Citing Sharia Law Conflict and Uttarakhand UCC

Jul 15, 2024, 02:23 AM

The All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) plans to challenge the Supreme Court's ruling that grants alimony to divorced Muslim women, arguing that the decision conflicts with Sharia law. The board contends that requiring men to provide maintenance after divorce is against Islamic principles. AIMPLB spokesperson Syed Qasim Rasool Ilyas stated that the board would explore all legal options, including seeking a review of the judgment. The board also urged Waqf Boards to support divorced women financially. The AIMPLB's move comes in response to the Supreme Court's verdict and the implementation of the Uniform Civil Code in Uttarakhand. The decision was discussed in a Delhi meeting. BJP's general secretary Tarun Chugh commented on the issue, emphasizing that India runs as per the Constitution. The Samajwadi Party also reacted, supporting AIMPLB's right to challenge the verdict.