In Pakistan, Khula is a legal right granted to women under Islamic law, allowing them to seek separation from their husbands without requiring the husband’s consent. The process of Khula in Pakistan and Khula Procedure in Pakistan is governed by the Family Courts Act, 1964, and the Dissolution of Muslim Marriages Act, 1939.
Advocate Azad Ali, a leading family lawyer at BestLawyerinpakistan.com, explains how family courts handle Khula cases and what women should expect during the legal process.
1. What is Khula?
Khula is a woman’s right to dissolve her marriage by returning the dower (Haq Mehr) or other financial benefits received from the husband. Unlike Talaq (which is initiated by the husband), Khula is initiated by the wife through a court petition.
Grounds for Khula (Not Always Required but Helpful)
While a wife does not need to prove extreme fault, common reasons include:
Incompatibility (irreconcilable differences)
Cruelty (physical or emotional abuse)
Desertion (husband
