Depending on the documents relating to Muslim marriages and the various rulings of the courts, the Punjab and Haryana High Court is of the opinion that a Muslim girl below 18 years of age and mature should be able to meet anyone.

For this, the court cited Article 195 of Sir Dinesh Fardunji Mulla’s book ‘The Principles of Mohammedan Law’. After reaching the age of puberty, the High Court is of the opinion that a Muslim girl is free to marry a man of her choice.

Describing “the power of marriage” under Muslim personal law, paragraph 195 of Mullah’s book states that “every mature Muslim of mature minds can compress marriage.” Minors who do not reach puberty can be legally compressed by their parents. ”

According to the book, “After the age of fifteen years is complete, young people will be considered complete for lack of evidence.” Justice Alka Sarin made the order while listening to the plea of ​​a Muslim couple from Punjab. On 21 January 2021, a man and a 17-year-old girl declared their marriage according to Muslim rites and ceremonies. This is the first marriage of the two. He sought directions for the safety of his life and freedom from relatives. Thea, who is the opposite of a relationship.

Petitioners argued that young people and the majority were the same in Muslim law. There is an estimate that a person will get a majority at age 15. He argued that a Muslim boy or a Muslim girl who was a prudent person was free to marry. Defenders have no right to interfere. The petitioners argued that their lives and independence were in danger because of their relatives. Mohali has appealed to the SSP to protect it.

After hearing his speech, the judge noted that the Muslim girl is governed by Muslim personal law. Because the applicants are married against the ichs of their family members, they cannot be deprived of the fundamental rights the Constitution provides. The High Court upheld him and directed the Mohali SSP to take appropriate action regarding the safety of his life.