Mar 17, 2023
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Recently, the Center at the Supreme Court disapproved of same-sex marriage in a recent ruling, citing the prevailing belief in India that a marriage between a biological man and woman is a sacred union, a religious sacrament, and a sanskar.
Explain the conditions related to the solemnization of special marriages as given in the Special Marriage Act of 1954. (150 words, 10 marks)
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Also read: Fundamental Rights in the Indian Constitution- NCERT Notes UPSC
Additional Information: About the Special Marriage Act of 1954 The Special Marriage Act of 1954 provides a civil form of marriage for couples who cannot marry under their personal law. It has a provision for the solemnization of special marriages. The provisions are as follows:neither party has a spouse living; 1[(b) neither party- 1. Is incapable of giving a valid consent to it in consequence of unsoundness of mind; 2. Though capable of giving a valid consent, has been suffering from a mental disorder of such a kind or to such an extent as to be unfit for marriage and the procreation of children; 3. Has been subject to recurrent attacks of insanity. (C) the male has completed the age of 21 years and the female the age of 18 years; 3[(d) The parties are not within the degrees of prohibited relationship. 4[(e) Where the marriage is solemnized in the State of Jammu and Kashmir, both parties are citizens of India domiciled in the territories to which this Act extends.] |
News Source: The Hindu
It is crucial to understand that debates over same-sex unions are complicated and multifaceted, and there may be a range of viewpoints and opinions on the subject. Thus, it is crucial to see if same-sex marriage will be legalized in India or not.
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