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Hindu Marriage Act

1955 · In force · synced 04 Jul 2026
1.Short title and extent2.Application of Act3.Definitions4.Overriding effect of Act5.Conditions for a Hindu marriage6.[Guardianship in marriage.]7.Ceremonies for a Hindu marriage8.Registration of Hindu marriages9.Restitution of conjugal right10.Judicial separation11.Void marriages12.Voidable marriages13.Divorce13A.Alternate relief in divorce proceedings13B.Divorce by mutual consent14.No petition for divorce to be presented within one year of marriage15.Divorced persons when may marry again16.Legitimacy of children of void and voidable marriages17.Punishment of bigamy18.Punishment for contravention of certain other conditions for a Hindu marriage19.Court to which petition shall be presented20.Contents and verification of petitions21.Application of Act 5 of 190821A.Power to transfer petitions in certain cases21B.Special provision relating to trial and disposal of petitions under the Act21C.Documentary evidence22.Proceedings to be in camera and may not be printed or published23.Decree in proceedings23A.Relief for respondent in divorce and other proceedings24.Maintenance pendente lite and expenses of proceedings25.Permanent alimony and maintenance26.Custody of children27.Disposal of property28.Appeals from decrees and orders28A.Enforcement of decrees and orders29.Savings30.[Repeals]
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