Determining Instances Of Divorce And Custody Of Children
There are two confirmed instances of divorce. If the husband admits that he intended a serious divorce by saying, “Meri taraf se tum farigh ho,” then he has completed all three pronouncements of divorce, and reconciliation is no longer permissible. However, if he clarifies that he did not intend divorce through those words, then only two divorces are considered valid, and the couple retains the right to reconcile during the waiting period (iddat), which spans three menstrual cycles. During iddat, the woman remains in her residence for the duration of three menstrual cycles. During this period, the husband is responsible for her expenses as usual. No additional restrictions are imposed on her during this period. As for the custody of children, Islamic law does not specify a fixed ruling. This matter should be resolved through mutual agreement between the parents, or with the help of an arbitrator or a court if necessary