Permission of Second Marriage

In   Permission of Second Marriage in Pakistan  the subject of second marriage is both culturally sensitive and legally complex. While Islam permits a man to marry up to four wives under specific conditions, Pakistani law imposes regulations to ensure justice and fairness, especially toward the first wife. The impact of a husband’s second marriage on the first wife can be emotional, social, legal, and financial. Understanding these effects requires an examination of both the legal framework and the societal dynamics in which such marriages occur. Legal Context of Second Marriage in Pakistan Under Muslim Family Laws Ordinance, 1961 , a man is legally required to obtain written permission from the Arbitration Council before entering into a second marriage, even if the first wife consents. This rule aims to protect the rights and dignity of the first wife by ensuring transparency and fair treatment. If a man contracts a second marriage without fulfilling these legal requirem...