Marriage under Hindu Law:

 Ceremonies: Traditional rites and ceremonies must be performed for a marriage to be

valid. The most common is the Saptapadi (seven steps) before the sacred fire.
 Bigamy: Hindu law prohibits bigamy, and a second marriage during the subsistence
of the first marriage is void.

Divorce and Judicial Separation:

 Grounds for Divorce: Includes adultery, cruelty, desertion, conversion to another

religion, mental disorder, incurable disease, and mutual consent.
 Maintenance: The law provides for maintenance to be paid by one spouse to the
other after divorce, considering factors like income and standard of living.

Adoption:

 Eligibility: Both male and female Hindus can adopt, but certain conditions must be
met regarding the age difference between the adopter and the adoptee.
 Rights of Adopted Child: An adopted child has the same rights as a biological child
in the adoptive family.

Succession and Inheritance:

 Class I and Class II Heirs: The Act classifies heirs into two categories, with Class I
heirs (spouse, children, mother) having priority over Class II heirs (father, siblings,
etc.).
 Equal Rights for Daughters: Daughters have equal rights to inherit property as sons,
including in ancestral property.

Maintenance:

 Wife: A Hindu wife can claim maintenance from her husband during the subsistence
of the marriage and after divorce.
 Children and Parents: Hindu law also provides for the maintenance of children and
aged or infirm parents.

Impact of Modern Developments:

 The interpretation and application of Hindu Family Law have evolved with changing
societal norms and judicial pronouncements.
 Amendments and reforms continue to address issues like gender equality and the
protection of children's rights.

If you have specific questions or need detailed information on a particular aspect of Hindu
Family Law, feel free to ask!

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