Section 17

Punishment of bigamy.

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.

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    Any marriage between two Hindus solemnized after the commencement of this Act is void if at the date of such marriage either party had a husband or wife living; and the provisions of sections 494 and 495 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860 (45 of 1860), shall apply accordingly.

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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