NEW DELHI: The Government today virtually ruled out the need for a new law on instant triple talaq, which has been rendered as unconstitutional by the Supreme Court, indicating that existing laws, including the one dealing with domestic violence, were sufficient.
“The Government will consider the issue in a structured manner. A prima facie reading of the judgement makes it clear that the majority (of the five-member bench) has held it (instant triple talaq) as unconstitutional and illegal,” Law Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad said.
Hailing it as a “great victory” for those who believe that personal laws must be progressive, Finance Minister Arun Jaitley said the verdict is the law of the land now.
He also said many parts of the Islamic world have rejected the triple talaq practice. (AGENCIES)
Download Daily Excelsior Apps Now:
