Special Marriage Act, 1954

This comprehensive edition of the Special Marriage Act, 1954 provides a complete legal framework for civil marriages in India, enabling individuals of different religions, castes, or backgrounds to marry under a uniform and secular law. The Act outlines the essential procedures for giving notice of intended marriage, publication requirements, objection mechanisms, age and eligibility criteria, and statutory safeguards designed to ensure transparency and legality. This book presents the full text of the Act in a clear and accessible manner, making it a reliable resource for practitioners and the general public alike. In addition to procedural details, the book also highlights important provisions relating to the rights and obligations of married individuals, registration guidelines, matrimonial reliefs such as divorce, nullity, and judicial separation, and the legal consequences of marriage under this Act. It carefully explains the roles of the Marriage Officer, the process of documentation, and the remedies available in cases of disputes or objections. Well-structured and easy to reference, this edition is particularly valuable for lawyers, couples planning a court marriage, counselors guiding interfaith or inter-caste couples, government officers, NGOs, and students of family law. It serves as both a practical guide and an authoritative statutory reference, ensuring clarity, compliance, and legal understanding.