Council of Islamic Ideology (CII) Chairman Dr Qibla Ayaz said the council is looking to draft a divorce contract with additional provisions for women’s rights.
“Triple talaq in one go is becoming a social problem now and the reason behind its occurrence has been changing with the passage of time. Previously in various cases, it used to be internal family conflict or clash of interests between the bride’s and groom’s family. Of late, however, the reason is social media and social openness of extramarital relationships which lead to mutual suspicion between couples resulting in instant divorce,” He said.
Taking a view of the situation, the CII announced plans to hold meetings with renowned scholars from all provinces and draft a comprehensive talaqnama for women empowerment, which will include provisions to secure their rights of inheritance.
“The aim of these meetings and seminars would be countering the rise in divorce cases, depriving a woman of her property rights and inheritance among others,” said Dr Qibla Ayaz.
CII plans to hold a meeting with President Arif Alvi in this regard.