A marriage is considered void (doesn't exist) if it breaks certain rules from Section 5. This includes if one party already has a living spouse, if the marriage is within prohibited relationships, or if the parties are below the minimum age. The court can declare it void if someone asks.
A, who is already married, marries B. This marriage is void because A already has a spouse. B can petition the court to declare the marriage void.
- •You have the right to petition the court to declare a marriage void if it violates the conditions in Section 5.
- •You have the right to legal representation in court proceedings.
📒 Legal text sourced from The Gazette of India & AdvocateKhoj Bare Acts Library
⚖️ Content reviewed by Adv. Shailendra Babbar, Seasoned Advocate, with 31 years of legal practice
📚 Act Reference: Hindu Marriage Act
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