The Modi government has reiterated its stance on the criminalisation of Triple Talaq in an affidavit filed in the Supreme Court, defending the 2019 law that made the practice illegal and punishable. The government emphasized that the Supreme Court's 2017 ruling declaring Triple Talaq unconstitutional had not effectively deterred the practice, necessitating further state action. The law aims to ensure gender justice, equality, and the empowerment of married Muslim women, addressing the grievances of victims who had no legal recourse prior to its enactment. Critics argue that criminalising Triple Talaq infringes on fundamental rights and is unconstitutional, but the government contends that it helps prevent 'manifestly arbitrary actions' and supports the larger constitutional goals of non-discrimination. The affidavit also highlighted that the law is essential for the protection of the marriage institution within the Muslim community.