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The Special Marriage Act, 1954

The Special Marriage Act, 1954 - An Act to provide a special form of marriage in certain cases, for the registration of such and certain other marriages and for divorce.

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Summary

The Special Marriage Act, 1954 is an Act of the Indian Parliament that enables a special form of marriage for Indian couples. This Act provides a means for marriage registration for couples who choose to marry under its provisions, regardless of their religion, caste or creed. It also provides for divorce and legal separation, as well as the registration of certain other marriages. The Act covers the entire country of India and is applicable to all Indian citizens, regardless of their religion or ethnicity.

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1Section 1: Short Title, Extent And CommencementOpen
2Section 2: DefinitionsOpen
3Section 3: Marriage OfficersOpen
4Section 4: Conditions Relating To Solemnization Of Special MarriagesOpen
5Section 5: Notice Of Intended MarriageOpen
6Section 6: Marriage Notice Book And PublicationOpen
7Section 7: Objection To MarriageOpen
8Section 8: Procedure On Receipt Of ObjectionOpen
9Section 9: Powers Of Marriage Officers In Respect Of InquiriesOpen
10Section 10: Procedure On Receipt Of Objection By Marriage Officer AbroadOpen
11Section 11: Declaration By Parties And WitnessesOpen
12Section 12: Place And Form Of SolemnizationOpen
13Section 13: Certificate Of MarriageOpen
14Section 14: New Notice When Marriage Not Solemnized Within Three MonthsOpen
15Section 15: Registration Of Marriages Celebrated In Other FormsOpen
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