Question 3354

Which state has introduced bill in the state assembly to ban polygamy?

Answer

Assam

Why?

The correct answer is Assam . In News Assam Govt to introduce Bill in state assembly to ban polygamy Key Points The Assam government is likely to introduce a Bill in the state assembly in December to ban polygamy. Polygamy is the practice of marrying more than one person (multiple spouses). Talking about the issue of withdrawal of the Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA) , the Assam Chief Minister said that the state government is working on this. Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act, 1958 is an act of the Parliament of India that grants special powers to the Indian Armed Forces to maintain public order in "disturbed areas". According to the Disturbed Areas Act, 1976 once declared 'disturbed', the area has to maintain the status quo for a minimum of three months.