Hindu Marriage Act, 1955

If one spouse withdraws from the company of the other without reasonable cause, the aggrieved party can approach the court for restitution of conjugal rights. The court may order the parties to resume cohabitation.

• Neither party has a living spouse (monogamy)
• Both parties are of sound mind and capable of giving consent
• The groom is at least 21 years old and the bride is at least 18 years old
• The parties are not within prohibited relationships, unless permitted by custom
• The parties are not sapindas (close blood relatives), unless allowed by custom

If one spouse withdraws from the company of the other without reasonable cause, the aggrieved party can approach the court for restitution of conjugal rights. The court may order the parties to resume cohabitation.

A Hindu marriage is valid when performed according to customary rites and ceremonies of either party. In many traditions, this includes saptapadi (seven steps around the sacred fire).

While registration is not mandatory in all cases, it is strongly recommended as it serves as legal proof of marriage and helps protect the rights of both spouses.

If one spouse withdraws from the company of the other without reasonable cause, the aggrieved party can approach the court for restitution of conjugal rights. The court may order the parties to resume cohabitation.

Judicial separation allows spouses to live apart without dissolving the marriage. It gives them time to reconsider their relationship while remaining legally married.

Judicial separation allows spouses to live apart without dissolving the marriage. It gives them time to reconsider their relationship while remaining legally married.

Either spouse can file for divorce on specific legal grounds, including:

• Cruelty
• Adultery
• Desertion for a continuous period
• Conversion to another religion
• Mental disorder
• Renunciation of the world
• Not being heard alive for seven years

Judicial separation allows spouses to live apart without dissolving the marriage. It gives them time to reconsider their relationship while remaining legally married.

This is generally a faster and less contentious process compared to contested divorce.

Both spouses can jointly file for divorce if:

• They have been living separately for at least one year
• They mutually agree that the marriage should be dissolved

This is generally a faster and less contentious process compared to contested divorce.

The Act provides for financial support to a spouse who is unable to maintain themselves:

• Interim maintenance during court proceedings
• Permanent alimony after the final judgment

Children born from void or voidable marriages are considered legitimate under the law, ensuring their legal rights are protected.

Cases under the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 are handled by family courts or district courts, depending on the location and circumstances of the parties involved.