4.2. Issue of Instant Triple Talaq

Instant triple talaq is a form of Islamic divorce practiced in India, whereby a Muslim man can legally divorce his wife by stating the word talaq three times in oral, written or more recently electronic form. The practice has raised several controversies and discussions regarding issues of justice, gender equality, human rights and secularism.

In Shayara Bano vs Union of India case (2017), the Supreme Court declared the practice of triple talaq as unconstitutional by a 3:2 majority.