"KHUL": THE RIGHT OF A WOMAN TO INSTITUTE DIVORCE PROCEEDINGS: NATURE, PROBLEMS AND SOLUTIONS.

The moment the marriage contract is concluded, the spouses are enjoined to do their utmost to implement the obligations imposed on them through the teachings of Islam, so as to render their married life an abode of bliss and compassion. This, they have to do, despite their differences of opinion, thought, taste, temperament, inclination and behaviour etc. These differences are bound to arouse disputes which might develop grudges and subsequently brings about unbearable life. If the level of harmony required of a married life is not attained because of some conflict, attention should be given to the source of conflict. Hence, spouses are always advised to keep down their temper, be patient, tolerant and treat each other honourably and with kindness. In short, they should always seek compromise and reconciliation.