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Capacity to Marry in Muslim Law
Introduction to Capacity to Marry in Muslim Law Marriage (Nikah) occupies a unique position in Islamic law. Unlike in certain religious traditions where marriage is regarded solely as a sacrament, in Islam it is both a sacred covenant and a civil contract. It is regarded as a Sunnah, recommended for all Muslims who are capable, because it protects chastity, fulfills social obligations, and provides a lawful channel for procreation and companionship. However, before a Nikah can be recognized as valid, the parties must possess the legal capacity to marry . This capacity is not merely a technical requirement but an essential safeguard ensuring that the institution of marriage is entered into with full responsibility, maturity, and legality. Under Muslim law, the capacity to marry is primarily assessed on four grounds: attainment of age (with the presumption of puberty), soundness of mind, free consent, and absence of prohibited degrees of relationship. These conditions are firmly gr...