“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.