Is family witness required for a court marriage as per law?

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Is family witness required for a court marriage as per law?

About This Video:
Is it mandatory for parents or family members to be witnesses in a court marriage?
Many couples are confused or scared due to family pressure or misinformation.
In this video, we explain the exact legal position as per Indian law.

⚖️ What Does the Law Say?

Under the Special Marriage Act, 1954, a court marriage does NOT require family members as witnesses.

✅ Only 3 witnesses are required
✅ Witness can be:

Friends

Colleagues

Neighbours

Any trusted person above 18 years
❌ Parents or relatives are NOT compulsory

👥 Who Can Be a Witness?

As per law, a witness must:

Be above 18 years

Have valid ID proof (Aadhaar, Voter ID, Passport)

Be mentally sound

Be present on the day of marriage registration

👉 Relationship with the couple does not matter legally.

🚫 Common Myths Broken

❌ Parents must be present – FALSE
❌ Family permission is mandatory – FALSE
❌ Court can reject marriage without family – FALSE

✔️ Court marriage is a legal right of two adults.

📝 Important Documents Required

Age proof (Birth Certificate / 10th Marksheet / Passport)

Address proof

Passport-size photographs

3 Witness ID proofs

Notice of Intended Marriage (as per procedure)

🔔 Important Note

If both bride and groom are:

Above legal marriage age (Male 21, Female 18)

Giving free consent

👉 No one can stop the marriage legally, including family members.

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