Polygamy in Islamic Law: A Study on Muslim Countries
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: Polygamy is permitted in Islamic law based on the allowance to marry more than one woman. In Muslim countries, the regulations regarding polygamy vary. In Indonesia, for instance, polygamy is strictly regulated, requiring court approval in addition to the wife's consent. This contrasts with Saudi Arabia, where polygamy is widely accepted without binding legal restrictions from the state. Meanwhile, Turkey considers polygamy a criminal act and punishes those who engage in it. The country's legal foundation is monogamy rather than polygamy, as Turkey interprets polygamy through a more liberal perspective. The Turkish government prohibits polygamy, taking into account the country's social conditions and economic standards, leading to a legal approach that differs from Islamic law.
Author: Muhammadong
Language: English
Topic: Marriage and Family Dynamics
Subfield: Sociology and Political Science
Field: Social Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W6968218612
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