The Manipur Compulsory Registration of Marriages Act, 2008
The Manipur Compulsory Registration of Marriages Act, 2008
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This Act mandates the official registration of all marriages solemnized within the State of Manipur, regardless of whether the ceremony occurred before or after the law took effect. It requires couples and three witnesses to submit a formal marriage memorandum to the Registrar within thirty days, along with a required fee, so that a certificate can be issued. This compulsory recording is essential because it creates a legally recognized proof of marriage, which safeguards individuals' rights regarding inheritance, custody, benefits, and other legal formalities where proof of status is often mandatory.
- 1. Short title extent and commencement
- 2. Definitions
- 3. Compulsory registration of marriages
- 4. Appointment of Registrar of Marriages
- 5. Memorandum of marriage
- 6. Registration of marriage
- 7. Register of marriages
- 8. Appeal
- 9. Power to make rules
- 10. Act not to invalidate marriage
- 11. Power to remove difficulties
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