In Hindu Law, marriage is treated as a 'Sanskara' or a sacrament. Act of 1955 merely amends and codifies law relating to marriage among Hindus, it retains its nature as a religions sacrament. There were Acts and custom of particular states and relating to different castes, creed and community. According to codified Act all text, regular interpretation of Hindu Law or custom are repealed except the custom of divorce recognized under section 29 of ...
