Crime & Law · India
Hindu marriage validity requires rituals, not just registration: High Court
The Gujarat High Court has ruled that the mere registration of a Hindu marriage is insufficient to validate it. The court emphasized that customary rites and rituals, such as the 'saptapadi' (seven steps), are essential for a marriage to be legally recognized under Hindu tradition. This clarification addresses the legal standing of marriages based solely on registration without traditional ceremonies.
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- Left (2): The Hindu, The Telegraph (India)
- Centre (2): Amar Ujala, Patrika