Hindu Marriage Act, 1955

The Hindu Marriage Act (HMA) is an Act of the Parliament of India enacted in 1955 which was passed on 18 May. Three other important acts were also enacted as part of the Hindu Code Bills during this time: the Hindu Succession Act (1956), the Hindu Minority and Guardianship Act (1956), the Hindu Adoptions and Maintenance Act (1956).

Hindu Marriage Act, 1955
Parliament of India
Long title
  • An Act to amend and codify the law relating to marriage
CitationAct No. 25 of 1955
Enacted byParliament of India
Enacted18 May 1955
Commenced18 May 1955
Status: In force
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