Showing Marriage As Live-in Relationship To Avoid Divorce Complications
There are two points to address here: 1 ) What is Nikah : Nikah is an open declaration of a contract by a man and a woman to live permanently as husband and wife. Therefore, the main objective is for the society ( in general ) to be aware of this fact that this couple has decided to live together as husband and wife. Including one or two close relatives as witnesses and conducting this ceremony secretly do not fulfil the requirements of Nikah and hence, Nikah would not be valid. For Nikah to be valid, it needs to be announced either through societal channels or through legal channels . In addition to this, all the legal requirements of a country where one is residing related to marriage registration must also be fulfilled. Please see : Discussion 45473 2 ) Secret Marriage Shown as live-in relationship to Law : This involves not only deception but also violates the sanctity of the Institution of Marriage. One is free to relocate to another country with supportive laws if one wants to have multiple marriages or wants to avoid divorce laws and unfair distribution of assets in case of divorce. Please see : Discussion 75935 • Reply 76013 Discussion 75935 • Reply 76568