Term:
Abandonment
Definition:
Abandonment is known in Christian sects, but not in Muslim ones. It’s when each spouse, by an order issued by the religious court, lives independently away from the other during their eating, sleeping, because of major conflicts such as daily fights, inability to live with each other, adultery, or the presence of a risk or danger to one member of the couple. Abandonment can be permanent or temporary and would not be in effect when the reason behind the ceases to exist.
Domain:
Gender
Source:
UNFPA