By Muslim Mirror Staff
The Allahabad High Court has upheld the concepts of ‘Zina’ (fornication) and ‘Haram’ (act forbidden by Allah) laid down in the Islamic Shariah while denouncing a Muslim woman’s live-in relationship with a Hindu man. The court dismissed a petition filed by the duo seeking protection from the woman’s father and other relatives.
In a recent legal development, the High Court (HC) has rejected a plea filed by a Muslim woman seeking protection for her live-in relationship. The petitioner, whose identity remains confidential, had approached the court seeking safeguarding measures for her unconventional marital arrangement within the context of her religious beliefs.
The court, headed by Chief Justice [Judge’s Name], dismissed the plea on [date], citing the absence of specific legal provisions supporting the woman’s claim. The judgment emphasized that the request for protection in a live-in relationship, particularly within the framework of Islamic law, lacked the necessary legal standing.
The petitioner argued that she and her partner had willingly entered into a consensual live-in relationship, asserting their right to choose their lifestyle irrespective of societal norms. The woman contended that her plea was grounded in the need for protection against potential societal backlash and familial opposition, highlighting the delicate nature of her situation.
However, the High Court, in its ruling, underscored the absence of legislative guidelines specifically addressing the protection of individuals engaged in live-in relationships within the Muslim community. The judgment suggested that the issue at hand falls within the purview of personal choices guided by religious beliefs, leaving it beyond the court’s jurisdiction to intervene without a clear legal framework. ( With Agency Inputs )