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Back to Laws Library Enacted / Enforced: 1954

Special Marriage Act, 1954

Provides a civil form of marriage for any two individuals in India regardless of religion, faith, or caste without religious conversion.

Key Concepts & Structural Highlights

  • Solemnization before Marriage Registrar without religious rites.
  • Mandatory 30-day public notice period for inviting objections.
  • Succession to property governed by Indian Succession Act 1925.

Practical Relevance & Scope

The statutory framework for inter-religious marriages and civil registration in India.

Educational Study Note:

Parties must be 21+ years (male) and 18+ years (female).

Official Reference: Special Marriage Registrar Offices
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