Depok – In 2016, there were 3,700 divorce cases in Depok City. This number is very concerning and increased compared to 2015, which had 2,900 cases. Many factors cause divorce in Depok City.
According to the Head of the Ministry of Religious Affairs Office in Depok City, Chalik Mawardi, the main cause of divorce is the effect of technology, including the use of social media, which is prone to triggering infidelity.
Not only that, economic factors and domestic violence also trigger many divorces in Depok City. “This number has surged sharply. We are trying to address it by providing guidance to prospective brides and grooms,” said Chalik in Depok.
He believes guidance is very important to create a harmonious, loving, and compassionate family. It also reduces the number of disputes, divorces, and domestic violence.
Prospective brides and grooms will be equipped with knowledge about Islamic jurisprudence or marriage law, the consequences of building a household, and other household knowledge. They will also be equipped with skills to meet their household needs.
Meanwhile, the Mayor of Depok, Pradi Supriatna, is concerned about the high number of divorce cases in Depok. He asked residents to be wiser in filtering information circulating on social media and to use social media more wisely.
“In the current digital era, the phenomenon of social media has become one of the factors triggering divorce. Therefore, it is good to have a filter within yourself for the better,” explained the second-highest official in Depok.
He also reminded residents to be able to sort television programs between positive and negative ones. For example, infotainment shows are considered to contribute to the negative influence that can trigger divorce.
“Infotainment also has an influence; good things should be imitated, and bad things in infotainment should not be copied. So the filter is within ourselves,” said Pradi.
