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UP's Baghpat Ulema Introduces New Nikah Rule
✍️ India Today
🗓 13 Jul 2026, 12:47 PM
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Ulema in UP's Baghpat have introduced a new rule requiring an affidavit for nikah. The decision aims to ensure transparency and legitimacy in marriages.
In a significant move, the ulema in Uttar Pradesh's Baghpat have introduced a new rule that makes it mandatory for couples to produce an affidavit before solemnizing their nikah. This decision is expected to bring transparency and legitimacy to marriages in the region. The new rule is seen as a step towards ensuring that all marriages are conducted in accordance with the law and social norms. The ulema's decision is likely to have a significant impact on the community, as it will help prevent instances of fraudulent or forced marriages.