The question (15 marks)
State the conditions of a valid Hindu marriage under the Hindu Marriage Act 1955 and explain, with reference to the relevant sections, the consequence of breach of each condition. (15 marks)
MU Module I, head 1.5; the conditions of a valid Hindu marriage.
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
- Raman Gowda v. Shivaji, on a custom that is opposed to public policy
- Shastri Yagnapurushdasji v. Muldas Bhudardas Vaishya
- Sarla Mudgal v. Union of India
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