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This is a landmark case in the struggle for Muslim women’s rights. The SC affirmed a Muslim woman's claim to alimony and declared that everyone, regardless of religion, is subject to the 1973 Code of Criminal Procedure. This sparked a political debate, and the ruling was overturned by the government of the day by passing the Muslim Women (Protection on Divorce Act), 1986, which stipulates that alimony must only be paid during the iddat period (in tune with the Muslim personal law).
The Global Firepower Index-2021, a military strength ranking, placed India at which rank?
Consider the following statements:
(1) Third Schedule of the Indian Constitution talks about forms of oaths or affirmations.
(2) Provision...
Who among the following were members of the State Re-organisation Commission (SRC) in 1953?
Who administers the “Varishtha Pension Bima Yojana” (VPBY) scheme?
The seed multiplication ratio of rapeseed, red gram, hybrid maize, sorghum and jute is:
22nd Summit of the SCO Council hosted by which ministry ?
‘One Time Settlement Scheme’ of Delhi Government is related to which of the following?
Income of A is twice the income of B. B and A spend 40% and 50% respectively of their incomes. Find the savings of A, if B saves Rs. 60000 in a month.
Which of the following statement is correct regarding the Maternity benefits act 1971?
I. It is applicable w...
Which one of the following schemes is aimed at all-round development of adolescent girls in the age group of 11-18 years and making them self- reliant?