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A quick roundup to cover all the important legal developments and cases this week.
Arya Samaj marriage
Allahabad HC refuses to quash proceedings under Section 69 BNS, holds allegations for sexual intercourse on false promise of marriage disclose prima facie offence
Section 69 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 creates a distinct offence of sexual intercourse by deceitful means, including a false promise of marriage, and the allegations in the FIR disclose prima facie facts justifying continuation of the criminal proceedings.
Any marriage solemnized in Arya Samaj Mandir as per Vedic procedure is valid marriage under Hindu Marriage Act: Allahabad HC
“In Arya Samaj Mandir, marriage is conducted as per the vedic procedure, which includes Hindu customs and rites like Kanyadan, Panigrahan, Saptapadi and chanting of Mantras while applying vermilion.”