The Punjab Child Marriage Restraint Ordinance 2026, which criminalizes marriages involving individuals under the age of 18, has been challenged in the Federal Shariat Court.
The petition, filed by Mufti Muhammad Aslam through his counsel, names the Governor of Punjab, through the provincial secretary, and other relevant authorities as respondents.
The petitioner argues that Sections 2(d), 3, and other provisions of the ordinance are inconsistent with the Constitution and Islamic law. According to the petition, declaring marriages involving individuals under 18 as a criminal offence conflicts with the principles of Sharia.
The petition acknowledges the state’s authority to enact laws for administrative purposes and public order, but contends that such authority does not extend to matters governed by Islamic law.
The petitioner has requested the Federal Shariat Court to declare Sections 2(c), 2(d), and other relevant provisions of the Punjab Child Marriage Restraint Ordinance 2026 void.
The petition also seeks a stay order to suspend implementation of the ordinance until the court issues its final judgment.
The Federal Shariat Court is expected to hear the matter in due course.
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