Uttarakhand proposes a Uniform Civil Code, aiming for equality across religions; Muslim leaders oppose the new bill
63-year-old says he is now married to one woman and does not plan to remarry
Actor shared his stance on polygamy and early marriage in a recent appearance on 'Time Out With Ahsan Khan'
Those who practised it could face up to five years in prison, a fine of up to $5,000
The practice is the result of "a lack of understanding of the Quran and the tradition of the Prophet," says the cleric
Blackmore married 24 women and has fathered at least 146 children
Many social media users shared their thoughts on polygamy over the weekend
'I had no wish to get married a second time, but I wanted to set the example. If I don’t start, then who will?'
Sentence consists of a six-month jail term and a fine of Rs200,000
Wife pleaded that her husband had married another woman without her permission