Interfaith Divorce and Child Custody in Indonesia: What You Need to Know

In Indonesia, interfaith marriages are a bit of a legal puzzle. The good news is, they can be officially recognized, as long as they don't break any laws or social norms. This study looked into what happens when these marriages end in divorce, especially when kids are involved. The main question was: who gets the kids?

The law in Indonesia says that if parents can't agree on custody, a court will step in and make a call. Generally, kids under 18 stick with mom, as long as she's not been in trouble with the law. But once kids are old enough to make their own decisions, they can choose who they want to live with. This study was done to help the government make better policies and to get people talking about interfaith marriages. The takeaway? Interfaith marriages can be legal, and when it comes to divorce, the court will make sure the kids are taken care of.

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