Question

Mohan gets married to his sister's daughter Kriti

• A. The marriage is valid if the custom allows it
• B. The marriage is void
• C. The marriage is valid only if the Court approves it
• D. The marriage is valid only the Panchayat permits it

Hint:

Under the Hindu Marriage Act, marriages between close relatives such as between uncle and niece are prohibited and are void.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Step 1: Understanding the Legal Restrictions on Marriages.
Under Hindu Marriage Act, marriages between close blood relatives such as between an uncle and niece are prohibited. In this case, the marriage between Mohan and his sister's daughter (niece) is void as per the law.

Step 2: Explanation of Other Options.
- (a) Even if the custom allows it, the law prohibits such marriages. - (c) Court approval does not legalize a prohibited marriage. - (d) The Panchayat does not have the authority to validate a marriage between close relatives.

Step 3: Conclusion.
This marriage is void as it is between prohibited blood relations.