(1) A Hindu marriage may be solemnized in accordance with the customary rites and ceremonies of either party thereto.
(2) Where such rites and ceremonies include the Saptapadi (that is, the taking of seven steps by the bridegroom and the bride jointly before the sacred fire), the marriage becomes complete and binding when the seventh step is taken.
(2) Where such rites and ceremonies include the Saptapadi (that is, the taking of seven steps by the bridegroom and the bride jointly before the sacred fire), the marriage becomes complete and binding when the seventh step is taken.
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Section 1 · Short title and extent.Section 2 · Application of Act.Section 3 · Definitions.Section 4 · Overriding effect of Act.Section 5 · Conditions for a Hindu marriage.Section 6 · [Omitted.].Section 8 · Registration of Hindu marriages.Section 9 · Restitution of conjugal right.India Code, Government of India. Text fetched 09 Oct 2026. Source metadata reports last modification: 2026-05-06. Check the linked official text and subsequent notifications when applying a provision.