The Islamic Ideology Council (CII) has ruled that granting a first wife the right to cancel their marriage if her husband married without her consent is against Islamic principles.
The decision, announced after a meeting on Wednesday, rejects the legal provision that allows a woman to dissolve her marriage for these reasons, said Express News.
The Council declared that such right is not supported by Islamic Law, which reinforces its position on the traditional interpretations of polygos unions.
The Council also discussed the inclusion of medical tests for talasmia and other infectious diseases in marriage contracts.
He concluded that although such evidence can be an optional part of the contract, they cannot be a religious requirement for marriage. The decision reflects an effort to balance public health concerns with personal freedoms under Islamic law.
At its last meeting, the ICI also addressed linguistic and ethical issues, stating that Islamic terms such as Salah (prayer), Ayah (verse) and Masjid (mosque) should not be translated into English. The Council believes that preserving the original Arab words maintains their religious importance and avoids any misinterpretation of its meanings.
Religious scholars and leaders were urged to play a more active role in discouraging the theft of electricity, which the Council described as an economic crime and an ethical violation.
The ICI also discussed the government’s tax plan, approving its implementation for newly recruited employees, but insisting that existing employees should not be forced to enter the system.
In addition, the Council emphasized that the scheme must be free of interest -based financial elements (RIBA) to align with Islamic financial principles.
A discussion was postponed on the establishment of human milk banks, and the Council states that more religious and ethical consultations were needed before issuing a ruling.
The CII, who advises on the alignment of national laws with Islamic teachings, has no legislative authority, but significantly influences legal and religious discourse in Pakistan.
