Notwithstanding anything contained in any other law for the time being in force, a married Muslim woman shall be entitled to custody of her minor children in the event of pronouncement of talaq by her husband, in such manner as may be determined by the Magistrate.
Section 6: Custody of minor children.
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 | 6 |
| Marginal note | Custody of minor children. |
| Jurisdiction | Central |
| Status | In force as published by the source |
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