Tag: InvalidMarriage
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“High Court Rules: ‘Pakdaua Marriage’ Invalid – Coercive Vermilion Application at Gunpoint Not Legitimate”
In a significant ruling, the Patna High Court in Bihar has addressed the issue of forced marriages, particularly those involving coercion or pressure. According to the court, the mere act of applying vermillion, known as “sindoor,” under duress does not qualify as a legally binding marriage under the Hindu Marriage Act. The court emphasizes that…