“Such Practices Amount to a Violation of the Law” — Allahabad High Court Declares Interfaith Marriages Without Conversion Illegal, Targets Arya Samaj

Allahabad High Court rules that interfaith marriages without religious conversion are unlawful. Orders probe into Arya Samaj temples issuing illegal marriage certificates.

“Arya Samaj Mandir Shall Ensure That Marriage Witnesses are Genuine, Bona Fide, and Have a Verifiable Status”: Delhi HC

Delhi High Court directs Arya Samaj Temples to ensure genuine marriage witnesses, emphasizing relatives or long-time acquaintances. Court voided a marriage due to false affidavits on the uncle’s marital status. Girl of legal age refused to accompany petitioner, court states no further orders, but uncle’s wife is free to pursue criminal complaint and police can investigate.