Polygamy and Polygamous Marriages in India: An In-depth Look into Practices and Legal Framework

Introduction and Meaning of Polygamy Polygamy refers to the practice of being married to more than one spouse at the same time. The term encompasses polygyny, where a man has multiple wives, and polyandry, where a woman has multiple husbands. Though prohibited in most countries worldwide, polygamous marriages have been culturally and legally accepted in … Continue reading Polygamy and Polygamous Marriages in India: An In-depth Look into Practices and Legal Framework