Question
In which of the following cases, Supreme Court
reaffirmed a Muslim woman's claim to alimony and declared that everyone, regardless of religion, is subject to the 1973 Code of Criminal Procedure?Solution
This is a landmark case in the struggle for Muslim women’s rights. The SC affirmed a Muslim woman's claim to alimony and declared that everyone, regardless of religion, is subject to the 1973 Code of Criminal Procedure. This sparked a political debate, and the ruling was overturned by the government of the day by passing the Muslim Women (Protection on Divorce Act), 1986, which stipulates that alimony must only be paid during the iddat period (in tune with the Muslim personal law).
Which committee recommended the introduction of the Financial Stability and Development Council (FSDC) in India?
Which regulatory body oversees the securities market in India?
What is the ceiling on amount of Insured deposits kept by one person in different branches of a bank?
What is the primary objective of the Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY)?
Which of the following terms refers to the process of merging multiple loans into a single loan with a lower interest rate?
Which financial instrument is used to raise shortterm funds by the government?
The Government of India has recently sanctioned and notified the Scheme for the amalgamation of the Punjab and Maharashtra Co-operative Bank Ltd. (PMC B...
Which of the following are instruments that facilitate purchase of goods and services, conduct of financial services, enable remittance facilities, etc....
Which feature distinguishes a current account from a savings account?
Securities Appellate Tribunal (SAT) established in which of the following year?
