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Jamiat says SC triple talaq ruling violates Shariah (Lead)
New Delhi, Aug 23 (IANS) The Jamiat Ulema-e-Hind (JUH), one of India’s largest groups of Muslim clerics, on Wednesday described the Supreme Court decision striking down instant divorce as violative of the “Shariah” and a matter of “grave concern” for the Muslim community.
Jamiat General Secretary Maulana Mahmood Madani said instant triple talaq was still valid as per the Islamic code notwithstanding the Supreme Court declaring it as unconstitutional and void in law.
“Even now, if a man administers instant talaq, it will come into effect as per Shariah for those who believe in it,” he told reporters here.
Madani said the Jamiat has appealed to Muslims in India not to resort to divorce, especially instant divorce, “without very compelling reasons”.
On the judgment he said: “We express our deep concern over this verdict as it is against the Islamic Shariah.”
However, in the same breath he clarified that the JUH was not encouraging the practice of instant triple talaq or “any other form of talaq for that matter”.
The apex court by a 3-2 decision struck down the centuries-old practice of instant triple talaq among Indian Muslims as unconstitutional and void in law, inviting appreciation from activists, politicians, clerics, celebrities, political outfits and NGOs, including the All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) that was contending for the controversial practice.
Madani said that since the Supreme Court has observed that issues like halala and polygamy etc. will be taken up separately for consideration, therefore the effects of this verdict on these issues cannot be overruled.
“In view of the apprehensions arising out of between-the-lines of this verdict, JUH seeks to make it clear that we will never compromise on religious rights guaranteed in the Constitution as fundamental ones. Any attempt to trample upon that should not be condoned. We will continue to fight against any such attempt at every level,” he said.
However, Madani refused to comment on what will be JUH’s future strategy in this connection, as also if JUH — that was a party to this case – will file review petition.
“At the moment we are only reacting to the apex court order and we can only express our dissatisfaction with the verdict. We will decide the future course after discussing it in the JUH Executive Council,” he said.
The Maulana added that the learned judges’ understanding of the Quranic injunctions over talaq was “far from perfect”.
“Jamiat Ulema-e-Hind appeals to all Muslims that they should do not give talaq, especially instant triple talaq, unless in very compelling circumstances because talaq is worst of all the things that are halal and not a desirable thing in Shariah,” he said.
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Lucknow: Vishal Singh, a renowned social worker from Lucknow, also known as Foodman, has once again made India proud. He was honored by the Happy Hands Gloves Cooperative Limited Company in Korathai, Thailand, for his work with the Hunger Free World Mission.
The Hunger Free World Mission’s meeting was held in Korathai, Thailand, under Vishal Singh’s leadership. Representatives from several countries, including Mr. Raja Dwivedi (Managing Director of Happy Hands Gloves Limited), Thailand Coordinator Mr. Raja Mishra, and member Mr. Varun Singh, attended the event.
Under Vishal Singh’s leadership, the attendees took a pledge to work together toward creating a hunger-free world.
Speaking on the occasion, Vishal Singh explained that the main goal of the Hunger Free World Mission is social participation. He said the mission is not just about feeding people but also about meeting other basic needs of those who are struggling. The mission focuses on helping families of terminally ill patients in hospitals by providing food and shelter. It also works to fulfill essential needs like education, jobs, and care for the elderly.
For the last 16 years, the Vijay Sri Foundation has been providing free services, benefiting thousands of people. Vishal Singh highlighted that the mission aims to gain global recognition like other organizations such as WHO, WWF, and Red Cross, which work for social causes.
During this meeting, Vishal Singh was appointed as the Chairman of the Hunger Free World Mission by representatives from various countries. They also discussed holding regular meetings in different countries to push the mission forward.
Business tycoon Dr. Abhishek Verma has also supported this humanitarian mission, vowing to promote the idea of “Seva Parmo Dharma” (Service is the highest duty) worldwide. Vishal Singh praised him, stating that people like Dr .Abhishek Verma inspire others to work for the betterment of society.
Recently, Romania’s Ambassador, Mr . Daniela Sezonov Ţane, invited Vishal Singh to the Romanian Embassy in Delhi, where they discussed the mission in detail. Impressed by his humanitarian work, she honored Vishal Singh and invited him to Romania to take the mission forward .
Food man Vishal Singh has been serving the people of India for the past 16 years. Through the Vijay Sri Foundation, he provides free meals to cancer patients & their families ,shelter, and education for women & children along with running free old-age homes in Lucknow.
In addition to his humanitarian work, Vishal Singh also addresses issues like crime and corruption through his role as Chairman of Seva Path Media and Managing Director of Vijay Sri Foundation.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, Vishal Singh and his team worked tirelessly to provide food and help to the needy, including starving children, elderly citizens, and pregnant women. Despite contracting the virus himself, he continued to assist others after his recovery. He even created a life-saving oxygen regulator using household items, which was praised by doctors both in India and abroad.
In his address at the meeting, Vishal Singh spoke about his mission to create a hunger-free world. He pointed out that India’s large population, along with issues like unemployment and poverty, has caused the country to fall on the Hunger Index. He urged people to contribute just one handful of grains daily to help create a hunger-free world.
He concluded by saying that through social participation, we can empower the people around us, meet their basic needs, and work together to build a stronger, more prosperous, and developed society.
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