Which of the following statements are correct about the Muslim Women (Protection of Rights on Divorce) Act?
a- The Muslim Women (Protection of Rights on Divorce) Act, 1986 nullified the Supreme Court’s judgment on Shah Bano Case.
b- This action of the government was supported by many women’s organizations, many Muslim groups, and most intellectuals.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 1
The correct answer is Option 1: Only statement a is correct.
a- The Muslim Women (Protection of Rights on Divorce) Act, 1986 nullified the Supreme Court’s judgment on Shah Bano Case. This is true.
b- This action of the government was supported by many women’s organizations, many Muslim groups, and most intellectuals. This is false. This action of the government was opposed (not supported) by many women’s organizations, many Muslim groups, and most intellectuals.
"Shah Bano case of 1985. In this case, a 62-year-old divorced Muslim woman filed a maintenance claim against her former husband. The Supreme Court ruled in her favor. This judgment was perceived as an intrusion into Muslim Personal Law by orthodox Muslims. Following the demand of certain Muslim leaders, the government introduced the Muslim Women (Protection of Rights on Divorce) Act, 1986, which effectively nullified the Supreme Court's verdict. This governmental action faced opposition from numerous women's organizations, various Muslim groups, and a majority of intellectuals. The BJP vehemently criticized the Congress government's move, labeling it as an unnecessary appeasement of the minority community."