Gender Rights In Nepal

Polygamy in Nepal 2082/83 (2026) — Law, Penalty & Status

"Polygamy in Nepal is illegal — a second marriage during a subsisting marriage is void under the Muluki Civil Code 2074 (Sec. 70, 72) and a criminal offence under Section 175 of the National Penal Code 2074, punishable by one to five years' imprisonment and a fine of NPR 10,000–50,000. This 2026 guide covers the civil and criminal consequences, the removal of old exceptions, and the status of the second spouse and children."