Question

Instantaneous triple talaq was invalidated by the Supreme Court in which case?

• A. Shayara Bano vs Union of India
• B. Mohd. Ahmed Khan vs Shah Bano Begum
• C. Hussainara Khatoon vs State of Bihar
• D. Danial Latifi vs Union of India

Hint:

When studying landmark Supreme Court cases, focus on the constitutional rights involved and how the decision impacts social and legal norms.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

The Supreme Court invalidated the practice of instantaneous triple talaq (also known as talaq-e-bid'ah) in the case of Shayara Bano vs Union of India (2017). The Court declared that the practice violated the fundamental rights of Muslim women under the Indian Constitution, specifically Articles 14 (right to equality) and 21 (right to life and personal liberty). The decision led to the enactment of the Muslim Women (Protection of Rights on Marriage) Act, 2019, which made the practice of instant triple talaq a criminal offense.