Section 58

Indian Christians to be made to understand declarations.

The Indian Christian Marriage Act, 1872

  • Act 15 of 1872
  • Ministry of Law and Justice
  • Legislative Department
About this Act

An Act to consolidate and amend the law relating to the solemnization in India of the marriages of Christians.

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    When any 1[Indian Christians] is married under the provisions of this Part, the person solemnizing the marriage shall ascertain whether such 1[Indian Christians] understands the English language, and, if he does not, the person solemnizing the marriage shall, at the time of the solemnization, translate, or cause to be translated, to such 1[Indian Christians], into a language which he understands, the declarations made at such marriage in accordance with the provisions of this Act.

Notes

1. Subs. by the A. O. 1950, for "Native Christians".

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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