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Importance
It helps prove that you are legally married to someone. It is beneficial for getting a passport, visa, work permit, availing life insurance benefits, family pension etc.
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2 Marriage Acts in India
The Hindu Marriage Act, where both the husband & wife are Hindus, Sikhs, Buddhists, Jains. The Special Marriage Act, for individuals of any religion & for Indians abroad.
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Documents required
Application form duly filled & signed by both spouses, age proofs, passport-sized photos, 1 marriage photo, Aadhaar cards, address proof, and wedding card (if available).
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Other important documents
Both parties are also required to submit separate marriage affidavits, attested copy of divorce order (for divorcees) or death certificate of spouse (for widows/widowers).
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Marriages to be registered in jurisdictions
Marriages under both the Marriage Acts must be registered in the concerned Gram Panchayat/Municipality/Corporation where the wedding took place.
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Marriage certificates under Hindu Marriage Act
The application must be duly filled & signed by the husband & wife, along with 2 witnesses. After document verification, they'll be allotted an appt. date.
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Registration under Special Marriage Act
Once the application is submitted, there'll be a 30-day notice period inviting objections. Then registration is done, in presence of both parties & 3 witnesses.