Muslim Women (Protection of Rights on Divorce) Act

The Muslim Women (Protection of Rights on Divorce) Act, enacted in 1986, safeguards the rights of Muslim women following divorce. It ensures that women are entitled to receive adequate maintenance (financial support) during the waiting period ('iddat') and provides mechanisms for claims related to their share of property or assets. The Act aims to prevent arbitrary divorces and promote justice, emphasizing the woman’s right to financial security and fair treatment post-divorce, aligning traditional practices with legal protections prescribed under Indian law.