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Family LawIndia

The Hindu Marriage Act, 1955

Summary

Governs the legal requirements for marriage, separation, and divorce among Hindus, Buddhists, Jains, and Sikhs in India.

Rights & Rules

  • 01.
    Right to marry based on personal religious customs (Hindu rites)
  • 02.
    Right to seek alimony and maintenance from a spouse after divorce
  • 03.
    Right to seek judicial separation instead of immediate divorce

Penalties

  • 01.
    Imprisonment for bigamy (marrying while already married)
  • 02.
    Fines for marriages involving minors
  • 03.
    Nullity of marriage if specific conditions are not met

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