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Which section of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 deals with the ceremonies for solemnizing a Hindu marriage?

Section 7 recognizes the customary rites and ceremonies of either party. If those rites include saptapadi, the marriage becomes complete upon the seventh step.

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Which section of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 deals with the ceremonies for solemnizing a Hindu marriage?

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Section 7 recognizes the customary rites and ceremonies of either party. If those rites include saptapadi, the marriage becomes complete upon the seventh step.

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Option A

Section 6 is omitted from the central Act.

Option B

Section 7 permits solemnization in accordance with the customary rites and ceremonies of either party.

Option C

Section 8 deals with registration of Hindu marriages.

Option D

The central Hindu Marriage Act has no section 8A.

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