In Muslim matrimonial law, a wife may seek judicial dissolution on the ground of lian when her husband…

Lian concerns a false imputation of adultery by a husband against his wife. Such a false accusation can ground her claim for judicial dissolution.

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In Muslim matrimonial law, a wife may seek judicial dissolution on the ground of lian when her husband falsely accuses her of which act?

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Correct answer D

Lian concerns a false imputation of adultery by a husband against his wife. Such a false accusation can ground her claim for judicial dissolution.

Option A

Returning to a former faith is not the false imputation of adultery that defines lian.

Option B

A charge of cruelty does not identify lian.

Option C

A charge of conversion does not identify lian.

Option D

Lian concerns a husband’s false imputation of adultery against his wife.