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polygamyshould be allowed to all relegions or not. Hindus currently


27-Jun-2026 (In Divorce Law)
Topic of Discussion is In India, what should be the ideal provisions of constitution of india , regarding Polygamy. Current situation is that In Hindus, Indian Christians and Parsi; Polygamy is a criminal offense while Muslim have Polygami allowed.  Law Comes from ancient relegious practises and precedence. Ancient Hindu Culture talks about 4 yugas namely Krut, Treta , Dwapar and Kali ( the current Yuga ). From the history, polygamy was a normal practise in all these yugas among Hindus.
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I can help you understand the constitutional position on polygamy in India, the personal laws applicable to different communities and the relevant legal and constitutional principles. Feel free to DM me I can provide clear legal guidance on the current law, judicial precedents and the constitutional aspects of this issue.
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While historical texts note polygamy, modern laws prioritize equality. Under the Constitution, Article 44 directs the state to secure a Uniform Civil Code (UCC). Implementing a UCC is the ideal way to resolve religious disparities in personal laws and ensure equal rights for all citizens.
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