THE POSITION OF THE RELIGIOUS COURTS IN THE JUDICIAL SYSTEM IN INDONESIA

Abstract

This article aims to investigate the position of religious courts in the justice system in Indonesia. This research seeks to understand ecclesiastical courts' role, function, and Contribution in resolving religious cases, the challenges faced, and the improvement efforts needed. The research method used is descriptive research with a statutory regulation approach and a literature approach. Data was collected through a literature study and analysis of the laws and regulations governing religious courts. The research results show that religious courts are important in resolving religious cases, such as divorce, inheritance, and religious marriage. They play a role in maintaining justice and order and protecting individual rights in a religious context. However, religious courts are also faced with challenges, such as limited resources, legal uncertainty, social and cultural changes, the community's role, and the involvement of external parties. Therefore, efforts are needed to improve religious court systems and procedures, increase the competence of religious judges, and collaborate with related institutions to increase the effectiveness of religious courts. This article provides a better understanding of the position of religious courts in the justice system in Indonesia and provides recommendations for further improvement and development.