Niue does not recognize polygamous marriages by civil law nor customary law.
The island previously had polygamy, with some thinking its removal was due to embracing Christianity[1]
Polygamy in Oceania |
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| Sovereign states | |
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Associated states
of New Zealand | |
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Dependencies
and other territories | |
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Performed
legally | |
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Recognized if
performed
legally abroad | |
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Recognized under
customary law | |
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Other countries
and regions | |
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- 1 Kurdish-controlled areas criminalize polygamy
- 2 Regions governed by Sharia
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