Hindu Family Law: An Overview of the Laws Governing Hindu Marriage, Divorce, Maintenance, Custody of Children, Adoption and Guardianship

This book summarises the Hindu family law, or the laws governing Hindu Marriage, Divorce, Maintenance, Custody of Children, Adoption and Guardianship. The gist of the three important legislations: Hindu Marriage Act (1955), Hindu Adoption and Maintenance Act (HAMA) (1956), and Hindu Minority and Guardianship Act (HMG) (1956) are covered in this work. The book also touches on the difference between the ancient and modern sources of Hindu personal law. This book is intended as a quick reference guide for LLB students and others.