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Does every marriage have legal standing? Under the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, certain unions are considered "Void" or non-existent from the start. This guide breaks down Section 11, exploring the legal grounds for nullity—such as bigamy and sapinda relationships—consequences for property, and the legitimacy of children born from such unions.
The Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, lays down the rules for Hindu weddings in India, and it also covers Sikhs, Jains, and Buddhists. One important rule is about marrying close relatives—especially cousins. Here’s a straightforward guide to what the law says, why some cousin marriages aren’t allowed, and when exceptions can apply.
This forbids bigamy or polygamy and enforces monogamy. According to Section 11, if one of the parties is already married to another living person, the marriage shall be null and void.
Hindu law is one of the oldest legal systems in the world, with origins that go back thousands of years. It has been influenced by a wide range of historical writings, traditions, and contemporary legislative changes.
In Indian culture, marriage transcends the mere joining of two individuals; it embodies a multifaceted interaction of cultural customs, familial responsibilities, and legal structures. Within this framework, two significant concepts frequently discussed are Stridhan and dowry, both of which are deeply entrenched in Indian matrimonial customs.
The Hindu Marriage Act of 1955 (HMA) specifies the reasons, or “grounds,” on which a person may seek for divorce. I’ll explain these grounds in simple terms and present an outline of India’s current divorce rate based on accessible data.