Analisis Fenomena Childfree dalam Perspektif Maqāṣid al-Syāri’ah sebagai Landasan Hukum Keluarga Islam di Indonesia
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.59841/al-mustaqbal.v2i3.215Keywords:
Childfree, Maqāṣid Al-Syāri’ah, Islamic Family Law, Reproductive RightsAbstract
This study examines the voluntary choice of remaining childfree from the viewpoint of Maqāṣid al-Syāri’ah to evaluate its compatibility with Islamic family law in Indonesia. Recent demographic trends indicate a rising proportion of adults opting not to have children due to economic, environmental, and personal considerations . Using a doctrinal–normative approach, the paper analyzes primary sources (al-Muwāfaqāt and Qur’ān) alongside contemporary fatwās and scholarly opinions. Findings reveal that while Maqāṣid al-Syāri’ah underscores procreation (ḥifz al-nasl) as a darūriyyah objective, exceptions emerge under medical and sociocultural exigencies (ḥājiyyah), permitting temporary or consensual contraceptive measures. However, permanent sterilization methods (vasektomi/tubektomi) largely remain impermissible except in cases of dire necessity (ḍarūrah) . The study recommends that Islamic legal institutions develop nuanced guidelines balancing reproductive rights with Shariah objectives and societal welfare.
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