The Muslim Women (Protection of Rights on Divorce) Act, 1986

The Muslim Women (Protection of Rights on Divorce) Act, 1986 is a law that was enacted to protect the rights of Muslim women who have been divorced or separated from their husbands. The Act provides for the payment of maintenance to such women and also ensures that they are provided with a reasonable and fair settlement in the event of a divorce. The Act also empowers Muslim women to seek custody of their minor children in case of divorce or separation.