Hindu Marriage Act
Hindu Marriage Act came into force on 18th May 1955. It governs Hindu marriages and has brought important changes to the law on this existing subject. This act applies to any person who is Hindu by religion in any of its forms, and also to Buddhists, Jains, and Sikhs.
Bigamy is not permitted as per the law. Neither of the party should have a spouse living and polygamy permitted by ancient Hindu law, is now prohibited. Bigamy is now a punishable offence under the Indian penal code.
The amendment to this effect was issued in 1978, and as per this the groom should have completed the age of 21 years and the bride 18 years at the time of marriage. The question of guardianship in marriage does not arise since the parties to be married are to be majors.
And if the groom or bride is minor shall be imprisonment for 15 days or fine up to Rs 1,000/- or both. For the purpose of facilitating proof of Hindu marriage provision for registration may be made by the State Government, under the Hindu Marriage act of 1955.