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The family law of Pakistan is in accordance with Islamic principles and is governed by legislation and legal practices. Kala Coat provides you online legal advice according to the family law of pakistan on matters like divorce, khulla and child custody.
What is Family Law?
Family law in Pakistan is a legal framework governing issues related to marriage and family life. It primarily revolves around the Muslim Family Laws Ordinance (MFLO) of 1961. This ordinance outlines the rules and regulations for various aspects of family life, including:
Marriage and Registration:
MFLO sets the minimum age for marriage and mandates registration for legal recognition.
Dissolution of Marriage (Divorce):
It outlines procedures for both men (talaq) and women (khula) to initiate divorce.
Child Custody and Guardianship: MFLO establishes guidelines for determining child custody and guardianship after separation.
Child Custody and Guardianship: MFLO establishes guidelines for determining child custody and guardianship after separation.
Financial Support (Maintenance):
The ordinance ensures financial support for spouses and children after separation.
Other areas:
MFLO also covers inheritance, polygamy, and adoption.
Relevant Family Laws in Pakitan
Pakitan Family Law is based on the muslim family laws ordinance 1961.
- Guardians and Wards Act 1890
- Child Marriage Restraint Act 1929
- Dissolution of Muslim Marriages Act 1939
- Muslim Family Law Ordinance 1961 (link)
- ( West Pakistan ) Muslim Personal Law ( Shariat ) Application Act 1962
- ( West Pakistan ) Family Courts Act 1964
- The offense of Zina (Enforcement of Hudood ) Ordinance 1979
- Law of Evidence ( Qanun-e-Shahadat ) Order 1984
- Enforcement of Sharia Act 1991
- Dowry and Bridal Gifts (Restriction) Act 1976
- Prohibition (Enforcement of Hudood ) Order 1979
- Offence of Qazf (Enforcement of Hudood ) Order 1979
- Execution of Punishment of Whipping Ordinance 1979
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Divorce
In Pakistan, a Nikkah, which is an Islamic marriage contract between a man and woman of legal age, needs to be registered according to the Muslim Family Laws Ordinance of 1961.
Child Custody
In Pakistan, child custody after divorce is determined based on the child’s welfare and Islamic principles outlined in the Muslim Family Laws Ordinance (MFLO) of 1961.
Inheritance and Succession
In Pakistan, the Muslim Family Laws Ordinance (MFLO) of 1961 regulates divorce (husband-pronounced divorce). MFLO requires legal registration for the divorce to be final.
FAQs
Section 17A of the Family Court Act deals with interim maintenance orders in Pakistan. For a definitive explanation of this specific law, we recommend consulting a family law specialist. However, Kala Coat can certainly help you find the right lawyer to address your questions about Section 17A or any other family law matters.
Family law in Pakistan varies depending on your religion. For Muslim citizens, the Muslim Family Laws Ordinance (1961) governs matters like marriage, divorce, child custody, inheritance, and guardianship. Non-Muslim minorities like Christians, Hindus, and Parsis have their own set of family laws based on their religious texts and traditions. These laws typically address similar aspects of family life as Muslim family laws, but the specific details may differ.
The Code of Civil Procedure (CPC) generally doesn’t apply directly to proceedings in family courts. However, there are some exceptions. Sections 10 and 11 of the CPC, dealing with service of summons and appearance of parties, are applicable to family courts.
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