There are different laws for marriage in different countries. Laws of many countries do really surprise us, but some of the prevalent marriage laws in Iran will really shock you to the core.
Yes! You heard it right. You must have heard of people getting married to girls of different religion, caste and creed. But, have you ever heard of a law that allows a man to his daughters.
Yes, law in Iran allows a father to marry his adopted daughter, the only condition being that she will have to be over 13 years. This law was passed in 2013.
Among other laws, Iranian women are not allowed to shake hands with men. It is a crime and the woman can be arrested. Recently the Iranian women’s volleyball team won a tournament. However, the players could not shake hands with the coach as he was male.
Women are also not allowed to wear skin tight clothes in Iran. They are not permitted to visit a stadium and watch a men’s game. And they can be put behind bars for not wearing a hijab (head and face cover).
The laws in fact only favor men. Women can’t object if their husbands are having an extra-marital affair. Only men are given the right to divorce. Women are also prohibited to work without the consent of the husband.
It is considered a crime to stand on the road and sing. Women also cannot wear a tie. In this advanced world, women have been accepted equally and are giving a tough competition to men in all sectors.
In fact, women are way better than men in terms of academics, work, jobs, fashion sense and many other aspects. It is time for women to take lead in all the spheres of life. What is your take on such laws for women in Iran?