saptapadi Archives - IndianMan.in

Hindu Marriage Not Valid Without ‘Saat Pheras’, Rules Allahabad High Court

Shruti Mahapatra4 months ago4 months ago04 mins

The Allahabad High Court ruled that a Hindu marriage is not legally valid without the ‘saptapadi’ ceremony. The court dismissed a husband’s bigamy complaint against his wife, stating that their marriage lacked the essential ritual of taking seven rounds around the sacred fire.

Supreme Court: Marriage Certificate Invalid Without Hindu Marriage Ceremony

Shruti Mahapatra9 months ago9 months ago03 mins

The Supreme Court ruled that a marriage certificate is not proof of a valid Hindu marriage if the necessary rituals, like saptapadi, have not been performed. The court declared the marriage null and void.