Can Muslims adopt a child in India?
Muslims, Christians and Parsis have no adoption laws and have to approach court under the Guardians and Wards Act, 1890. Muslims, Christians and Parsis can take a child under the said Act only under foster care. Once a child under foster care becomes major, he is free to break away all his connections.
What determines the religion of a child in India?
Generally, the religion of the child is determined and mentioned at the time of birth in the Birth Registration Certificate. However if the parents follow different religion, then the religion of the child is determined by the practices followed by the parents while bringing up the child.
Which religion adopted the most?
Barna Research has found that practicing Christians are more than twice as likely to adopt as the general population. These findings also showed that practicing Christians were more likely to adopt older children, children with special needs, and other children considered “hard to place.”
Is adoption not allowed in Islam?
New Delhi: Adoption is prohibited in Islam since there is a possibility of sexual relations between an adopted son and mother or an adopted son with a biological daughter, the All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) is set to tell the Law Commission.
Can a child choose their own religion in India?
The Supreme Court on Friday stressed that persons above 18 years of age are free to choose their religion. The observation was made as it refused to entertain a plea seeking directions to the union and state governments to control black magic and religious conversion.
Which parent determines religion of child?
custodial parent’s
A judge cannot prescribe a religion for a child— the child’s parents must do that. However, in cases where parents disagree on religion, often the custodial parent’s (parent with primary physical custody) wishes regarding religion will control.