The Assam Assembly just dropped a digital-age bombshell: the Prohibition of Polygamy Bill, 2025, has officially passed. This new law effectively bans polygamous marriages across most of Assam, with penalties in place for anyone who violates it.
Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has been vocal about the bill, emphasizing that it’s not anti-Islam. Instead, he argues that it’s designed to promote what he considers true Islamic practices. However, it’s worth noting that the law specifically excludes Sixth Schedule areas and Scheduled Tribes, raising some interesting questions about its scope and impact.
So, what does this mean for Assam? Well, for starters, it’s a significant social reform. Whether you agree with it or not, it’s bound to spark debate and discussion. It also raises questions about personal freedom, religious practices, and the role of the state in regulating marriage.
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This bill is a landmark decision with potentially far-reaching consequences. It will be interesting to observe how this plays out in the coming months.
Source: The Hindu
Link: [https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/other-states/assam-assembly-passes-bill-to-ban-polygamy/article68266898.ece](https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/other-states/assam-assembly-passes-bill-to-ban-polygamy/article68266898.ece)