Any Muslim husband who pronounces talaq referred to in section 3 upon his wife shall be punished with imprisonment for a term which may extend to three years, and shall also be liable to fine.
Section 4: Punishment for pronouncing talaq.
The Muslim Women (Protection of Rights on Marriage) Act, 2019.Central Act · Act 20 of 2019
Where this provision sits
| Act | The Muslim Women (Protection of Rights on Marriage) Act, 2019. |
|---|---|
| Section | 4 |
| Marginal note | Punishment for pronouncing talaq. |
| Jurisdiction | Central |
| Status | In force as published by the source |
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