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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.

Table of Contents

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1 Section 1: Short Title, Extent And Commencement Open
2 Section 2: Definitions Open
3 Section 3: Marriage Officers Open
4 Section 4: Conditions Relating To Solemnization Of Special Marriages Open
5 Section 5: Notice Of Intended Marriage Open
6 Section 6: Marriage Notice Book And Publication Open
7 Section 7: Objection To Marriage Open
8 Section 8: Procedure On Receipt Of Objection Open
9 Section 9: Powers Of Marriage Officers In Respect Of Inquiries Open
10 Section 10: Procedure On Receipt Of Objection By Marriage Officer Abroad Open
11 Section 11: Declaration By Parties And Witnesses Open
12 Section 12: Place And Form Of Solemnization Open
13 Section 13: Certificate Of Marriage Open
14 Section 14: New Notice When Marriage Not Solemnized Within Three Months Open
15 Section 15: Registration Of Marriages Celebrated In Other Forms Open
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