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Back to Laws Library Enacted / Enforced: 1955

Hindu Marriage Act, 1955

Governs marriage, solemnization, judicial separation, nullity, restitution of conjugal rights, and divorce for Hindus, Buddhists, Jains, and Sikhs.

Key Concepts & Structural Highlights

  • Monogamy mandate: Second marriage during subsistence of first marriage is void & bigamous.
  • Section 13B: Mutual Consent Divorce requiring 6-month cooling-off period (waivable by Court).
  • Permanent Alimony & Maintenance under Section 25.

Practical Relevance & Scope

Governs legal marriage validity, divorce petitions, alimony, and custody disputes.

Educational Study Note:

Applies to any person who is Hindu, Buddhist, Jain, or Sikh by religion.

Official Reference: Family Courts Act 1984 Framework
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