Latest items for MARR-LAW-5
Aug. 20, 2026, 2:18 p.m.
Countries: Nigeria
Variables: MARR-LAW-5
“Customary marriages are recognised in many countries such as Nigeria and South Sudan, and the registration of customary marriages is also increasingly widespread with registration possible in a number of countries including: Algeria, Botswana, Ethiopia, Kenya and South Africa” (9). DTCP-LAW-1/MARR-LAW-5 “Recognition and registration of Muslim, Hindu, and other religious marriages is legally provided for in many of the countries. In the Democratic Republic of Congo, while the Code of the Family recognises religious marriages, they do not have the same effect as a civil marriage. For countries like Nigeria, Sudan, and The Gambia, religious marriages, including Muslim and Christian marriages, are regulated by codified law, Sharia law, or Muslim...more
Variables: MARR-LAW-5
“Customary marriages are recognised in many countries such as Nigeria and South Sudan, and the registration of customary marriages is also increasingly widespread with registration possible in a number of countries including: Algeria, Botswana, Ethiopia, Kenya and South Africa” (9). DTCP-LAW-1/MARR-LAW-5 “Recognition and registration of Muslim, Hindu, and other religious marriages is legally provided for in many of the countries. In the Democratic Republic of Congo, while the Code of the Family recognises religious marriages, they do not have the same effect as a civil marriage. For countries like Nigeria, Sudan, and The Gambia, religious marriages, including Muslim and Christian marriages, are regulated by codified law, Sharia law, or Muslim...more
Aug. 20, 2026, 2:15 p.m.
Countries: Algeria
Variables: MARR-LAW-5
“Other countries, such as Algeria, Angola and Tunisia, while setting the legal age of marriage at 18, provide for exceptions either under civil or customary law, under certain conditions such as assessment of the aptitude of both parties, parental or legal representatives’ consent, public or family interest, pregnancy or permission from the Minister. These laws violate the best interest of the child; and are not in line with the Maputo Protocol that provides for prohibition of marriages under the age of 18 without exception” (9). “Customary marriages are recognised in many countries such as Nigeria and South Sudan, and the registration of customary marriages is also increasingly widespread with registration...more
Variables: MARR-LAW-5
“Other countries, such as Algeria, Angola and Tunisia, while setting the legal age of marriage at 18, provide for exceptions either under civil or customary law, under certain conditions such as assessment of the aptitude of both parties, parental or legal representatives’ consent, public or family interest, pregnancy or permission from the Minister. These laws violate the best interest of the child; and are not in line with the Maputo Protocol that provides for prohibition of marriages under the age of 18 without exception” (9). “Customary marriages are recognised in many countries such as Nigeria and South Sudan, and the registration of customary marriages is also increasingly widespread with registration...more
Aug. 20, 2026, 2:13 p.m.
Countries: Burundi
Variables: MARR-LAW-5
“Article 13 of the Constitution of Burundi provides that ‘All Burundian people are equal in merit and in dignity. All citizens enjoy the same rights and have the same protection of the law’. No Burundian will be excluded from the social, political, or economic life due to sex, amongst others. The government of Burundi is tasked to ‘guarantee to all the option to live in Burundi sheltered from’, amongst others, discrimination. All citizens are equal before the law and there should be no discrimination based on, amongst others, sex. Article 28 recognises the respect of family life and Article 30 recognises the family as the ‘natural base cell of society’....more
Variables: MARR-LAW-5
“Article 13 of the Constitution of Burundi provides that ‘All Burundian people are equal in merit and in dignity. All citizens enjoy the same rights and have the same protection of the law’. No Burundian will be excluded from the social, political, or economic life due to sex, amongst others. The government of Burundi is tasked to ‘guarantee to all the option to live in Burundi sheltered from’, amongst others, discrimination. All citizens are equal before the law and there should be no discrimination based on, amongst others, sex. Article 28 recognises the respect of family life and Article 30 recognises the family as the ‘natural base cell of society’....more
Aug. 20, 2026, 2:11 p.m.
Countries: Tunisia
Variables: MARR-LAW-5
“Tunisia’s Constitution provides that the country is an Islamist State but has progressive laws including prohibition of polygamy. While it is important to recognise religious laws, many of the provisions are discriminatory against women, and hence these countries need to align their constitutions with international standards on the protection of women” (8). “Other countries, such as Algeria, Angola and Tunisia, while setting the legal age of marriage at 18, provide for exceptions either under civil or customary law, under certain conditions such as assessment of the aptitude of both parties, parental or legal representatives’ consent, public or family interest, pregnancy or permission from the Minister. These laws violate the best...more
Variables: MARR-LAW-5
“Tunisia’s Constitution provides that the country is an Islamist State but has progressive laws including prohibition of polygamy. While it is important to recognise religious laws, many of the provisions are discriminatory against women, and hence these countries need to align their constitutions with international standards on the protection of women” (8). “Other countries, such as Algeria, Angola and Tunisia, while setting the legal age of marriage at 18, provide for exceptions either under civil or customary law, under certain conditions such as assessment of the aptitude of both parties, parental or legal representatives’ consent, public or family interest, pregnancy or permission from the Minister. These laws violate the best...more
Aug. 20, 2026, 2:09 p.m.
Countries: Gambia
Variables: MARR-LAW-5
"In most countries studied for this Report, there are pluralistic legal systems where statutory laws live side by side with customary and religious laws. Some of them, such as the Democratic Republic of Congo, Ethiopia, Kenya, Mozambique, South Sudan, and The Gambia, protect this legal pluralism through their constitutions. However, countries such as Kenya issue the caveat that these other systems are recognised as long as they are consistent with the Constitution. Countries such as Ethiopia have a plural legal system, religious and customary law is significantly constrained by legislative and constitutional provisions" (8). “Recognition and registration of Muslim, Hindu, and other religious marriages is legally provided for in many...more
Variables: MARR-LAW-5
"In most countries studied for this Report, there are pluralistic legal systems where statutory laws live side by side with customary and religious laws. Some of them, such as the Democratic Republic of Congo, Ethiopia, Kenya, Mozambique, South Sudan, and The Gambia, protect this legal pluralism through their constitutions. However, countries such as Kenya issue the caveat that these other systems are recognised as long as they are consistent with the Constitution. Countries such as Ethiopia have a plural legal system, religious and customary law is significantly constrained by legislative and constitutional provisions" (8). “Recognition and registration of Muslim, Hindu, and other religious marriages is legally provided for in many...more
Aug. 20, 2026, 2:08 p.m.
Countries: Sudan
Variables: MARR-LAW-5
“Recognition and registration of Muslim, Hindu, and other religious marriages is legally provided for in many of the countries. In the Democratic Republic of Congo, while the Code of the Family recognises religious marriages, they do not have the same effect as a civil marriage. For countries like Nigeria, Sudan, and The Gambia, religious marriages, including Muslim and Christian marriages, are regulated by codified law, Sharia law, or Muslim personal law” (9).
Variables: MARR-LAW-5
“Recognition and registration of Muslim, Hindu, and other religious marriages is legally provided for in many of the countries. In the Democratic Republic of Congo, while the Code of the Family recognises religious marriages, they do not have the same effect as a civil marriage. For countries like Nigeria, Sudan, and The Gambia, religious marriages, including Muslim and Christian marriages, are regulated by codified law, Sharia law, or Muslim personal law” (9).
Aug. 20, 2026, 2:07 p.m.
Countries: South Sudan
Variables: MARR-LAW-5
"In most countries studied for this Report, there are pluralistic legal systems where statutory laws live side by side with customary and religious laws. Some of them, such as the Democratic Republic of Congo, Ethiopia, Kenya, Mozambique, South Sudan, and The Gambia, protect this legal pluralism through their constitutions. However, countries such as Kenya issue the caveat that these other systems are recognised as long as they are consistent with the Constitution. Countries such as Ethiopia have a plural legal system, religious and customary law is significantly constrained by legislative and constitutional provisions" (8). “South Sudan for instance, the Constitution obliges courts to apply customary law subject to the provisions...more
Variables: MARR-LAW-5
"In most countries studied for this Report, there are pluralistic legal systems where statutory laws live side by side with customary and religious laws. Some of them, such as the Democratic Republic of Congo, Ethiopia, Kenya, Mozambique, South Sudan, and The Gambia, protect this legal pluralism through their constitutions. However, countries such as Kenya issue the caveat that these other systems are recognised as long as they are consistent with the Constitution. Countries such as Ethiopia have a plural legal system, religious and customary law is significantly constrained by legislative and constitutional provisions" (8). “South Sudan for instance, the Constitution obliges courts to apply customary law subject to the provisions...more
Aug. 20, 2026, 2:04 p.m.
Countries: South Africa
Variables: MARR-LAW-5
“Customary marriages are recognised in many countries such as Nigeria and South Sudan, and the registration of customary marriages is also increasingly widespread with registration possible in a number of countries including: Algeria, Botswana, Ethiopia, Kenya and South Africa” (9). “(i) Non recognition of religious marriages: Religious marriages are not recognised in South African law, largely as a result of the discriminatory apartheid regime. There have been some steps towards recognizing Muslim marriages, to protect vulnerable parties(especially women) from financial destitution in the event of divorce or death. In 2010, parliament drafted a Muslim Marriage Bill, however the Bill has not been passed into law. In the time being, the...more
Variables: MARR-LAW-5
“Customary marriages are recognised in many countries such as Nigeria and South Sudan, and the registration of customary marriages is also increasingly widespread with registration possible in a number of countries including: Algeria, Botswana, Ethiopia, Kenya and South Africa” (9). “(i) Non recognition of religious marriages: Religious marriages are not recognised in South African law, largely as a result of the discriminatory apartheid regime. There have been some steps towards recognizing Muslim marriages, to protect vulnerable parties(especially women) from financial destitution in the event of divorce or death. In 2010, parliament drafted a Muslim Marriage Bill, however the Bill has not been passed into law. In the time being, the...more
Aug. 20, 2026, 2:01 p.m.
Countries: Mozambique
Variables: MARR-LAW-5
"In most countries studied for this Report, there are pluralistic legal systems where statutory laws live side by side with customary and religious laws. Some of them, such as the Democratic Republic of Congo, Ethiopia, Kenya, Mozambique, South Sudan, and The Gambia, protect this legal pluralism through their constitutions. However, countries such as Kenya issue the caveat that these other systems are recognised as long as they are consistent with the Constitution. Countries such as Ethiopia have a plural legal system, religious and customary law is significantly constrained by legislative and constitutional provisions" (8). “Countries like Angola, Malawi, and Mozambique protect women the most since they recognise marriage by reputation,...more
Variables: MARR-LAW-5
"In most countries studied for this Report, there are pluralistic legal systems where statutory laws live side by side with customary and religious laws. Some of them, such as the Democratic Republic of Congo, Ethiopia, Kenya, Mozambique, South Sudan, and The Gambia, protect this legal pluralism through their constitutions. However, countries such as Kenya issue the caveat that these other systems are recognised as long as they are consistent with the Constitution. Countries such as Ethiopia have a plural legal system, religious and customary law is significantly constrained by legislative and constitutional provisions" (8). “Countries like Angola, Malawi, and Mozambique protect women the most since they recognise marriage by reputation,...more
Aug. 20, 2026, 1:59 p.m.
Countries: Malawi
Variables: MARR-LAW-5
“Malawi offers a good example for addressing legal pluralism. The Marriage, Divorce and Family Relations Act 2015 consolidated previously fragmented legal regimes and advanced progressive legal reform. The Act recognises and regulates civil marriages, customary marriages, religious marriages, and marriage by reputation or permanent cohabitation, granting all unions equal legal status. The recognition of marriage by reputation or permanent cohabitation is of special import, and will protect many vulnerable women who do not have the protection of a formally concluded marriage” (8). “Countries like Angola, Malawi, and Mozambique protect women the most since they recognise marriage by reputation, cohabitation, or de facto marriages, in addition to customary and religious marriages....more
Variables: MARR-LAW-5
“Malawi offers a good example for addressing legal pluralism. The Marriage, Divorce and Family Relations Act 2015 consolidated previously fragmented legal regimes and advanced progressive legal reform. The Act recognises and regulates civil marriages, customary marriages, religious marriages, and marriage by reputation or permanent cohabitation, granting all unions equal legal status. The recognition of marriage by reputation or permanent cohabitation is of special import, and will protect many vulnerable women who do not have the protection of a formally concluded marriage” (8). “Countries like Angola, Malawi, and Mozambique protect women the most since they recognise marriage by reputation, cohabitation, or de facto marriages, in addition to customary and religious marriages....more
Aug. 20, 2026, 1:58 p.m.
Countries: Kenya
Variables: MARR-LAW-5
"In most countries studied for this Report, there are pluralistic legal systems where statutory laws live side by side with customary and religious laws. Some of them, such as the Democratic Republic of Congo, Ethiopia, Kenya, Mozambique, South Sudan, and The Gambia, protect this legal pluralism through their constitutions. However, countries such as Kenya issue the caveat that these other systems are recognised as long as they are consistent with the Constitution. Countries such as Ethiopia have a plural legal system, religious and customary law is significantly constrained by legislative and constitutional provisions" (8). “Customary marriages are recognised in many countries such as Nigeria and South Sudan, and the registration...more
Variables: MARR-LAW-5
"In most countries studied for this Report, there are pluralistic legal systems where statutory laws live side by side with customary and religious laws. Some of them, such as the Democratic Republic of Congo, Ethiopia, Kenya, Mozambique, South Sudan, and The Gambia, protect this legal pluralism through their constitutions. However, countries such as Kenya issue the caveat that these other systems are recognised as long as they are consistent with the Constitution. Countries such as Ethiopia have a plural legal system, religious and customary law is significantly constrained by legislative and constitutional provisions" (8). “Customary marriages are recognised in many countries such as Nigeria and South Sudan, and the registration...more
Aug. 20, 2026, 1:57 p.m.
Countries: Ethiopia
Variables: MARR-LAW-5
"In most countries studied for this Report, there are pluralistic legal systems where statutory laws live side by side with customary and religious laws. Some of them, such as the Democratic Republic of Congo, Ethiopia, Kenya, Mozambique, South Sudan, and The Gambia, protect this legal pluralism through their constitutions. However, countries such as Kenya issue the caveat that these other systems are recognised as long as they are consistent with the Constitution. Countries such as Ethiopia have a plural legal system, religious and customary law is significantly constrained by legislative and constitutional provisions" (8). "Customary marriages are recognised in many countries such as Nigeria and South Sudan, and the registration...more
Variables: MARR-LAW-5
"In most countries studied for this Report, there are pluralistic legal systems where statutory laws live side by side with customary and religious laws. Some of them, such as the Democratic Republic of Congo, Ethiopia, Kenya, Mozambique, South Sudan, and The Gambia, protect this legal pluralism through their constitutions. However, countries such as Kenya issue the caveat that these other systems are recognised as long as they are consistent with the Constitution. Countries such as Ethiopia have a plural legal system, religious and customary law is significantly constrained by legislative and constitutional provisions" (8). "Customary marriages are recognised in many countries such as Nigeria and South Sudan, and the registration...more
Aug. 20, 2026, 1:56 p.m.
Countries: Egypt
Variables: MARR-LAW-5
“Countries such as Egypt consider religious law in the form of Sharia as the principle source of legislation in their Constitution, and consider pluralism for Christians and Jews” (8). “Countries like Angola, Malawi, and Mozambique protect women the most since they recognise marriage by reputation, cohabitation, or de facto marriages, in addition to customary and religious marriages. The same applies for Cameroon and Egypt where marriages do not have to be registered to have legal effect” (9).
Variables: MARR-LAW-5
“Countries such as Egypt consider religious law in the form of Sharia as the principle source of legislation in their Constitution, and consider pluralism for Christians and Jews” (8). “Countries like Angola, Malawi, and Mozambique protect women the most since they recognise marriage by reputation, cohabitation, or de facto marriages, in addition to customary and religious marriages. The same applies for Cameroon and Egypt where marriages do not have to be registered to have legal effect” (9).
Aug. 20, 2026, 1:55 p.m.
Countries: D R Congo
Variables: MARR-LAW-5
"In most countries studied for this Report, there are pluralistic legal systems where statutory laws live side by side with customary and religious laws. Some of them, such as the Democratic Republic of Congo, Ethiopia, Kenya, Mozambique, South Sudan, and The Gambia, protect this legal pluralism through their constitutions. However, countries such as Kenya issue the caveat that these other systems are recognised as long as they are consistent with the Constitution. Countries such as Ethiopia have a plural legal system, religious and customary law is significantly constrained by legislative and constitutional provisions" (8). "Recognition and registration of Muslim, Hindu, and other religious marriages is legally provided for in many...more
Variables: MARR-LAW-5
"In most countries studied for this Report, there are pluralistic legal systems where statutory laws live side by side with customary and religious laws. Some of them, such as the Democratic Republic of Congo, Ethiopia, Kenya, Mozambique, South Sudan, and The Gambia, protect this legal pluralism through their constitutions. However, countries such as Kenya issue the caveat that these other systems are recognised as long as they are consistent with the Constitution. Countries such as Ethiopia have a plural legal system, religious and customary law is significantly constrained by legislative and constitutional provisions" (8). "Recognition and registration of Muslim, Hindu, and other religious marriages is legally provided for in many...more
Aug. 20, 2026, 1:48 p.m.
Countries: Cameroon
Variables: MARR-LAW-2, MARR-LAW-5
“Countries like Angola, Malawi, and Mozambique protect women the most since they recognise marriage by reputation, cohabitation, or de facto marriages, in addition to customary and religious marriages. The same applies for Cameroon and Egypt where marriages do not have to be registered to have legal effect” (9).
Variables: MARR-LAW-2, MARR-LAW-5
“Countries like Angola, Malawi, and Mozambique protect women the most since they recognise marriage by reputation, cohabitation, or de facto marriages, in addition to customary and religious marriages. The same applies for Cameroon and Egypt where marriages do not have to be registered to have legal effect” (9).
Aug. 20, 2026, 1:46 p.m.
Countries: Botswana
Variables: MARR-LAW-5
“Customary marriages are recognised in many countries such as Nigeria and South Sudan, and the registration of customary marriages is also increasingly widespread with registration possible in a number of countries including: Algeria, Botswana, Ethiopia, Kenya and South Africa” (9).
Variables: MARR-LAW-5
“Customary marriages are recognised in many countries such as Nigeria and South Sudan, and the registration of customary marriages is also increasingly widespread with registration possible in a number of countries including: Algeria, Botswana, Ethiopia, Kenya and South Africa” (9).
Aug. 20, 2026, 1:44 p.m.
Countries: Angola
Variables: MARR-LAW-5
“Other countries, such as Algeria, Angola and Tunisia, while setting the legal age of marriage at 18, provide for exceptions either under civil or customary law, under certain conditions such as assessment of the aptitude of both parties, parental or legal representatives’ consent, public or family interest, pregnancy or permission from the Minister. These laws violate the best interest of the child; and are not in line with the Maputo Protocol that provides for prohibition of marriages under the age of 18 without exception” (9). “Countries like Angola, Malawi, and Mozambique protect women the most since they recognise marriage by reputation, cohabitation, or de facto marriages, in addition to customary...more
Variables: MARR-LAW-5
“Other countries, such as Algeria, Angola and Tunisia, while setting the legal age of marriage at 18, provide for exceptions either under civil or customary law, under certain conditions such as assessment of the aptitude of both parties, parental or legal representatives’ consent, public or family interest, pregnancy or permission from the Minister. These laws violate the best interest of the child; and are not in line with the Maputo Protocol that provides for prohibition of marriages under the age of 18 without exception” (9). “Countries like Angola, Malawi, and Mozambique protect women the most since they recognise marriage by reputation, cohabitation, or de facto marriages, in addition to customary...more
April 28, 2026, 9:45 p.m.
Countries: Solomon Islands
Variables: MARR-LAW-5, DV-LAW-1
"From the law’s perspective … even if you have paid for her bride price, the man has no right to abuse his wife" (Para 55).
Variables: MARR-LAW-5, DV-LAW-1
"From the law’s perspective … even if you have paid for her bride price, the man has no right to abuse his wife" (Para 55).
Feb. 6, 2026, 12:01 p.m.
Countries: Pakistan
Variables: MARR-LAW-5
"But Pakistan's Council of Islamic Ideology - a prominent body that advises the government of the Muslim majority nation 'whether or not a certain law is repugnant to Islam' - has opposed the bill. The religious council’s opposition to banning child marriage indicates cultural and religious resistance that undermines enforcement of legal minimum marriage ages. The council said in a statement published Tuesday: 'Declaring marriage below the age of eighteen as child abuse and prescribing punishments for it, and other controversial provisions, are not in line with Islamic injunctions. 'Overall, the Council rejected the bill. It also clarified that this bill was not sent to the Council for review by...more
Variables: MARR-LAW-5
"But Pakistan's Council of Islamic Ideology - a prominent body that advises the government of the Muslim majority nation 'whether or not a certain law is repugnant to Islam' - has opposed the bill. The religious council’s opposition to banning child marriage indicates cultural and religious resistance that undermines enforcement of legal minimum marriage ages. The council said in a statement published Tuesday: 'Declaring marriage below the age of eighteen as child abuse and prescribing punishments for it, and other controversial provisions, are not in line with Islamic injunctions. 'Overall, the Council rejected the bill. It also clarified that this bill was not sent to the Council for review by...more
April 17, 2025, 4:55 p.m.
Countries: Bolivia
Variables: MARR-LAW-5
"The Committee is concerned about: (a) Restrictions on the legal capacity, access to justice, right to enter into marriage and parental rights of women with disabilities" (14).
Variables: MARR-LAW-5
"The Committee is concerned about: (a) Restrictions on the legal capacity, access to justice, right to enter into marriage and parental rights of women with disabilities" (14).
March 26, 2025, 10:03 a.m.
Countries: Morocco
Variables: MARR-LAW-5
"Moroccans residing abroad may marry without the presence of two Muslim witnesses" (para 11). "In case of difference of religion between the two spouses, each of them may have recourse to a donation or a will" (para 16). "Shariah-compliant proposals with the approval of the High Council of Ulemas: Marriage abroad: possibility for Moroccans living abroad to sign a marriage certificate without Muslim witnesses, if this is impossible" (para 23).
Variables: MARR-LAW-5
"Moroccans residing abroad may marry without the presence of two Muslim witnesses" (para 11). "In case of difference of religion between the two spouses, each of them may have recourse to a donation or a will" (para 16). "Shariah-compliant proposals with the approval of the High Council of Ulemas: Marriage abroad: possibility for Moroccans living abroad to sign a marriage certificate without Muslim witnesses, if this is impossible" (para 23).
March 19, 2025, 10:12 p.m.
Countries: Iraq
Variables: MARR-LAW-5
"The Personal Status Code of 1959 allows Muslim men to marry non-Muslim women but prohibits the marriage of Muslim women to non- Muslim men" (7).
Variables: MARR-LAW-5
"The Personal Status Code of 1959 allows Muslim men to marry non-Muslim women but prohibits the marriage of Muslim women to non- Muslim men" (7).
March 15, 2025, 11:45 a.m.
Countries: Lebanon
Variables: MARR-LAW-5
"[The Committee] notes with concern the applicability of multiple religious personal status laws containing discriminatory provisions on marriage, divorce and the custody of children. It is also concerned that the process to regulate civil marriage has been stalled for years and regrets the absence of an optional civil marriage contract and a unified civil personal status code" (14).
Variables: MARR-LAW-5
"[The Committee] notes with concern the applicability of multiple religious personal status laws containing discriminatory provisions on marriage, divorce and the custody of children. It is also concerned that the process to regulate civil marriage has been stalled for years and regrets the absence of an optional civil marriage contract and a unified civil personal status code" (14).
Jan. 24, 2025, 4:17 p.m.
Countries: Iraq
Variables: MARR-LAW-5, AOM-LAW-1, DTCP-LAW-1, RISW-PRACTICE-2
"Iraq’s parliament has passed amendments to the country’s personal status law that opponents say would in effect legalise child marriage. The amendments give Islamic courts increased authority over family matters, including marriage, divorce and inheritance. Activists argue that this undermines Iraq’s 1959 Personal Status Law, which unified family law and established safeguards for women. Iraqi law currently sets 18 as the minimum age of marriage in most cases. The changes passed on Tuesday would let clerics rule according to their interpretation of Islamic law, which some interpret to allow marriage of girls in their early teens – or as young as nine under the Jaafari school of Islamic law followed...more
Variables: MARR-LAW-5, AOM-LAW-1, DTCP-LAW-1, RISW-PRACTICE-2
"Iraq’s parliament has passed amendments to the country’s personal status law that opponents say would in effect legalise child marriage. The amendments give Islamic courts increased authority over family matters, including marriage, divorce and inheritance. Activists argue that this undermines Iraq’s 1959 Personal Status Law, which unified family law and established safeguards for women. Iraqi law currently sets 18 as the minimum age of marriage in most cases. The changes passed on Tuesday would let clerics rule according to their interpretation of Islamic law, which some interpret to allow marriage of girls in their early teens – or as young as nine under the Jaafari school of Islamic law followed...more
Jan. 22, 2025, 8:48 p.m.
Countries: Iraq
Variables: MARR-LAW-5
"Instead of tightening laws against underage marriage and helping girls from poorer backgrounds to complete their education, the new law allows the marriage of minors according to the religious sect under which the marriage contract is concluded. For Shia Muslims, which make up the majority in Iraq, the lowest age of marriage for girls will be nine years old, while for Sunnis, the official age will be 15" (para 9-10).
Variables: MARR-LAW-5
"Instead of tightening laws against underage marriage and helping girls from poorer backgrounds to complete their education, the new law allows the marriage of minors according to the religious sect under which the marriage contract is concluded. For Shia Muslims, which make up the majority in Iraq, the lowest age of marriage for girls will be nine years old, while for Sunnis, the official age will be 15" (para 9-10).
Jan. 8, 2025, 3:34 p.m.
Countries: Tajikistan
Variables: MARR-LAW-5
"Under the Family Code of Tajikistan, a marriage is recognized only when it is concluded at a State civil registry office. A marriage performed in a religious ceremony has no legal effect" (p. 46).
Variables: MARR-LAW-5
"Under the Family Code of Tajikistan, a marriage is recognized only when it is concluded at a State civil registry office. A marriage performed in a religious ceremony has no legal effect" (p. 46).
Dec. 17, 2024, 8:09 p.m.
Countries: Iraq
Variables: MARR-LAW-5
"Rights advocates are alarmed by a bill introduced to Iraq’s parliament that, they fear, would roll back women’s rights and increase underage marriage in the deeply patriarchal society. The bill would allow citizens to choose from religious authorities or the civil judiciary to decide on family affairs. Critics fear this would lead to a slashing of rights in matters of inheritance, divorce and child custody. In particular, they are worried it would effectively scrap the minimum age for Muslim girls to marry, which is set in the 1959 Personal Status Law at 18 — charges lawmakers supporting the changes have denied" (para 1-3). "The 1959 legislation passed shortly after the...more
Variables: MARR-LAW-5
"Rights advocates are alarmed by a bill introduced to Iraq’s parliament that, they fear, would roll back women’s rights and increase underage marriage in the deeply patriarchal society. The bill would allow citizens to choose from religious authorities or the civil judiciary to decide on family affairs. Critics fear this would lead to a slashing of rights in matters of inheritance, divorce and child custody. In particular, they are worried it would effectively scrap the minimum age for Muslim girls to marry, which is set in the 1959 Personal Status Law at 18 — charges lawmakers supporting the changes have denied" (para 1-3). "The 1959 legislation passed shortly after the...more
Dec. 6, 2024, 8:32 p.m.
Countries: Uganda
Variables: MARR-LAW-5, AOM-LAW-1, PW-LAW-1
"Child marriage was only banned in Uganda in 1995, while polygamy is allowed in the East African country - according to certain religious traditions" (para 11).
Variables: MARR-LAW-5, AOM-LAW-1, PW-LAW-1
"Child marriage was only banned in Uganda in 1995, while polygamy is allowed in the East African country - according to certain religious traditions" (para 11).
March 15, 2024, 2:30 p.m.
Countries: Gabon
Variables: MARR-LAW-5
"The Gabonese Civil Code, in its article 177, recognizes two types of matrimonial regime (polygamous and monogamous). However, the regime is chosen by the two spouses by consensus" (29).
Variables: MARR-LAW-5
"The Gabonese Civil Code, in its article 177, recognizes two types of matrimonial regime (polygamous and monogamous). However, the regime is chosen by the two spouses by consensus" (29).
Jan. 21, 2024, 10:43 a.m.
Countries: Saudi Arabia
Variables: LRCM-PRACTICE-1, LRCM-LAW-2, MARR-LAW-5
"Once married, a Saudi woman must obey her husband. She may not 'withhold herself' from her husband. She must breastfeed her children; this is a legal obligation owed to her husband" (para 15).
Variables: LRCM-PRACTICE-1, LRCM-LAW-2, MARR-LAW-5
"Once married, a Saudi woman must obey her husband. She may not 'withhold herself' from her husband. She must breastfeed her children; this is a legal obligation owed to her husband" (para 15).