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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.

"Indian Marriage LawsMarriage RegistrationInter-religious MarriagesDivorce Laws In IndiaMarriage Laws For Indian Citizens"

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 2: DefinitionsOpen
2Section 3: Marriage OfficersOpen
3Section 4: Conditions Relating To Solemnization Of Special MarriagesOpen
4Section 6: Marriage Notice Book And PublicationOpen
5Section 7: Objection To MarriageOpen
6Section 8: Procedure On Receipt Of ObjectionOpen
7Section 9: Powers Of Marriage Officers In Respect Of InquiriesOpen
8Section 10: Procedure On Receipt Of Objection By Marriage Officer AbroadOpen
9Section 12: Place And Form Of SolemnizationOpen
10Section 13: Certificate Of MarriageOpen
11Section 14: New Notice When Marriage Not Solemnized Within Three MonthsOpen
12Section 15: Registration Of Marriages Celebrated In Other FormsOpen
13Section 16: Procedure For RegistrationOpen
14Section 17: Appeals From Orders Under Section 16Open
15Section 18: Effect Of Registration Of Marriage Under This ChapterOpen
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