Village vs Constitution: Shocking decision of Panchayat in Mohali, Punjab-ban on love marriage of the consent of the family! Decree to expel loving couples from the village, punishment on those who support? Is the tradition overshadowing the constitution?
Punjab Panchayat Bans Marriage without Family Consent: PtA decision has been taken in Manakpur Sharif village of Mohali district of Jab which has raised deep questions on democratic system and personal freedom. The Gram Panchayat has passed a resolution and imposed a complete ban on love marriage without the consent of the family. This decision of the panchayat is under dispute, which has been called unconstitutional and Taliban decree by many leaders and human rights activists.
Did the Panchayat cross the constitution boundaries?
The proposal, unanimously passed on July 31, states that the couples who get married without the permission of the family can neither live in the village nor settle in the surrounding areas. Not only this, action has also been given to take action against the villagers who shelter or support such couples. The village sarpanch Dalveer Singh says, “This is not a punishment but a step taken to protect our culture and tradition.” He said that the proposal has been brought after a recent incident in which 26 -year -old Davinder married his 24 -year -old niece baby. The couple has now left the village, but the incident has affected 2,000 villagers living here. Singh said, “We are not against love marriage or law, but we are not allowing it in our panchayat.” According to the proposal, it is the responsibility of the entire community to stop such marriages. The panchayat has urged neighboring villages to adopt similar measures.
Love marriage has become a threat to social reputation?
Some youth and residents of the village have supported this proposal. He said on the condition of anonymity that it is necessary to preserve the culture and family reputation of the village, and in today’s time the dignity of relationships is breaking. However, on the other hand, many civil organizations, leaders and constitutional institutions have described this move of the panchayat as a violation of personal freedom.
What will the state do?
Questions arising on the role of administration and police, Additional Deputy Commissioner Sonam Chaudhary of Mohali and Superintendent of Police Mohit Aggarwal have clearly stated that if both sides are adults, they are legally free to marry their will. No formal complaint has been received so far, but if it comes, action will be taken according to the law.
Human Rights vs. Panchayat pressure: Whose pan will be heavy?
Congress MP Dharamvir Gandhi described this proposal as “Taliban dictation” and said that every adult has a fundamental right to love and choose a spouse. Raj Lalli Gill, Chairman of Punjab State Women’s Commission, has said that it is completely unconstitutional and said.