The question (10 marks)
Distinguish between void and voidable marriages under the Hindu Marriage Act 1955, and explain the position of the children of such marriages. (10 marks)
MU Module I, heads 1.5 and 1.8; nullity and the protection of children.
Plan your answer on paper before you look at the authorities — issue first, then the rule, then apply it to these facts.
It tests Unit 1 · Family, Marriage and the Modern Statutes of Family Law – II.
Authorities you will need
- Ram Singh v. Sushila Bai
- M.M. Nanavati v. Sushila and Shivaguru v. Saroja, on pre-marital pregnancy
- Yuvaraja Singh v. Yuvarani Kumari, on impotence and non-consummation
- Sarla Mudgal v. Union of India
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