Under the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, which marriage requires a decree of nullity to be annulled, rather…
Section 12 provides for annulment of a voidable marriage by decree. A marriage covered by section 11 is already void, although the court may issue a decree declaring it void.
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Under the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, which marriage requires a decree of nullity to be annulled, rather than being void from the outset?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer A
Section 12 provides for annulment of a voidable marriage by decree. A marriage covered by section 11 is already void, although the court may issue a decree declaring it void.
Option feedback
Option A
A voidable marriage under section 12 can be annulled by a decree of nullity.
Option B
A marriage within section 11 is void by operation of law. A decree can declare that status.
Option C
A divorce decree dissolves a valid marriage. It is distinct from annulment.
Option D
Judicial separation does not annul a marriage.
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