At the time of a Hindu marriage, one spouse has been subject to recurrent attacks of insanity within…
Section 5(ii)(c) states the recurrent-insanity condition. Section 12(1)(b) treats contravention of section 5(ii) as making the marriage voidable and capable of annulment by…
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At the time of a Hindu marriage, one spouse has been subject to recurrent attacks of insanity within section 5(ii)(c) of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955. How is the marriage classified under section 12(1)(b)?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer C
Section 5(ii)(c) states the recurrent-insanity condition. Section 12(1)(b) treats contravention of section 5(ii) as making the marriage voidable and capable of annulment by a decree of nullity.
Option feedback
Option A
Section 12(1)(b) supplies a ground for annulment.
Option B
Section 11 concerns contraventions of section 5(i), (iv) and (v).
Option C
Contravention of section 5(ii) makes the marriage voidable by decree.
Option D
The provision does not automatically dissolve the marriage.
Option E
Voidable is offered.
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