Section 11

Void marriages.

The Hindu Marriage Act, 1955

  • Act 25 of 1955
  • Ministry of Law and Justice
  • Legislative Department
About this Act

An Act to amend and codify the law relating to marriage among Hindus.

All sections
    Any marriage solemnised after the commencement of this Act shall be null and void and may, on a petition presented by either party thereto 1[against the other party], be so declared by a decree of nullity if it contravenes any one of the conditions specified in clauses (i), (iv) and (v) of section 5.

Notes

1. Ins. by s. 5, ibid. (w.e.f. 27-5-1976).

Source: India Code (Legislative Department, Govt. of India). Check the official Gazette before relying on it in court. Not legal advice. Free legal aid: 15100 (NALSA) · Know your rights

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