Can a muslim man follow polygamy

inayat (Querist) 23 July 2022 This query is : Resolved
Hi.

I'm ameer ..

I have married a schedule caste woman in 2011 as per Muslim marriage act.From that time till today we couldn't able to lead a peaceful life as due to quarells and issues..we have two kids..I'm asking for divorce but she is not in a position to accept for divorce..so can I marry a Muslim girl now as my life is getting miserable..if I marry will there will be any criminal charges on me from her side or any atrocities cases on me..pls give ur valuable suggestions..

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This discussion explores whether a Muslim man can practise polygamy, particularly when facing marital difficulties with his current wife, who is from a Scheduled Caste. The advice clarifies that while Muslim personal law permits polygamy under certain conditions, the specific circumstances of the marriage, including the wife's caste and conversion status, could introduce legal complexities. It highlights the potential for atrocity cases and the importance of adhering strictly to personal law stipulations.

kavksatyanarayana (Expert) 23 July 2022
No legal issues are involved in your query. As she belongs to a scheduled caste she may file even an atrocity case.

K Rajasekharan (Expert) 25 July 2022
Yes, you can marry more than one wife as per your personal law. There is no problem at all if you follow the stipulations of your personal law in regard to it.

P. Venu (Expert) 27 July 2022
Anyhow, your life would continue to be miserable. Perhaps, even more!

Sudhir Kumar, Advocate (Expert) 07 December 2022
If you say you that you married an SC girl and nowhere stated she to have converted to Islam before marriage. It seems you have entered in void marriage and wrongfully made the lady to believe you to be her lawful husband and your act falls within definition of rape. Either she is merciful enough or yet to receive legal advise.

Since she is SC the conduct also calls for action under Atrocitries Act

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