How social media reacted

Shaila Jan, 34, New Delhi

“I am happy that Supreme Court has set aside the controversial Islamic divorce practice of instant triple talaq, or Talaq-e-Biddat. It is a great victory and a welcome step. It would give crores of Muslim women right to lead life with dignity and respect.”

Noori Bhat, 29, New Delhi

“Prime Minister Narendra Modi had raised the issue of plight of Muslim women due to regressive practice of triple talaq and today it has been held unconstitutional. We welcome the verdict and urge the central government to enact a law soon in this regard.”

Asiya Malik, 45, Mumbai

“Traditions like Triple Talaq are like mental and social harassment of our sisters and daughters and are an impediment in the progress of modern Indian society. The Supreme Court judgment marks beginning of a new era of pride and equality for Muslim women.”

Ashiq Mohammad, 32, New Delhi

“The judgement is a huge step towards women empowerment but the government should tread carefully in the territory of personal laws. The government should take care that it does not hurt the sensibilities of a particular community.”

Asif Sheikh, 25, New Delhi

“We are happy that women, both Hindu and Muslim, are standing together for reform today. This discriminatory arrangement of triple talaq is made by so-called religious leaders and it has harmed the lives of lakhs of women. But the Supreme Court decision has given new hope to Muslim women.”