The Contractual Condition of Limiting the Right to Divorce

Document Type : علمی - پژوهشی

Authors

1 Shahid Beheshti University, Family Research Institute

2 Master's degree in family law, Shahid Beheshti University

Abstract

In positive law influenced by Imamiyyah jurisprudence, the right to divorce belongs to men. However, the ability to divorce without any reason has led to the weakening of the family institution. The question now arises whether it is possible to limit or prohibit the right to divorce through a marriage agreement or other contracts. Using the analytical descriptive method, this research examines both the perspectives and evidences of those who argue against the validity of such restrictions and those who endorse them. The legitimacy of contractual limitations on the right to divorce is established by this article according to verses of Holy Qur'an, hadiths, and jurisprudential principles such as the principle of "La-Zarar," justice, the principle of family protection, and freedom of contract. Furthermore, the context of the revelation of the Holy Qur'an and the principle of prevention of abusing the right to divorce are analyzed. As such, it is considered legitimate for a husband to undertake a binding condition that restricts his right to divorce. Such a term may specify that the husband cannot divorce his wife except under certain circumstances, including impotency or disobedience.

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