In some countries, polygyny (a man having more than one wife

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Puja Yadav

27-06-2026

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In some countries, polygyny (a man having more than one wife) is legally allowed, usually under specific conditions.

Countries where it is legally allowed (or permitted under certain laws/traditions):

* Saudi Arabia
* United Arab Emirates
* Qatar
* Kuwait
* Oman
* Yemen
* Jordan
* Iraq
* Iran
* Some African countries like Nigeria, Kenya, and South Africa (in customary law cases)🧕🏻

Countries where it is NOT legal:

* India (for most citizens under civil law)
* United States
* Canada
* United Kingdom
* France
* Germany
* Spain
* Italy

Important note:

Even in countries where it is allowed, it usually comes with strict rules like:

* Equal treatment of all wives
* Legal registration requirements
* Financial responsibility conditions🙎🏼‍♀️

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