RELATIONSHIPS IN THE LEGAL SHADOWS: A COMPARATIVE LEGAL ANALYSIS OF RELIGIOUS MARRIAGES AND INFORMAL FAMILY INSTITUTIONS
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https://doi.org/10.55640/Keywords:
religious marriage, informal unions, international law, women's rights, children's rights, legal recognition, Family Code.Abstract
This article examines the legal status of religious marriages, particularly Islamic (shar‘iy) unions, through the lens of both international and national legal frameworks. It highlights the legal vulnerability of women and children in unregistered marriages and proposes ways to harmonize domestic legislation with international human rights standards. A comparative analysis of legal approaches from various countries, including Uzbekistan, offers insights for legislative improvement.
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