HMA Section 21: Application of Act 5 of 1908
Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 · Chapter 5: Jurisdiction and Procedure
¶21. Application of Act 5 of 1908.- Subject to the other provisions contained in this Act and to such rules as the High Court may make in this behalf all proceedings under this Act shall be regulated, as far as may be, by the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908.
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Official reference: India Code, Legislative Department — source review: 29 September 2026.Recorded edition / snapshot date: 2026-09-29.
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Other sections in this chapter
- 19. Court to which petition shall be presented
- 20. Contents and verification of Petitions
- 21A. Power to transfer petitions in certain cases
- 21B. Special provision relating to trial and disposal of petitions under the Act
- 21C. Documentary evidence
- 22. Proceedings to be in camera and may not be printed or published
- 23. Decree in proceedings
- 23A. Relief for respondent in divorce and other proceedings
- 24. Maintenance pendente lite and expenses of proceedings
- 25. Permanent alimony and maintenance
- 26. Custody of children
- 27. Disposal of property
- 28. Appeals from decrees and orders
- 28A. Enforcement of decrees and orders
- 29. Savings
- 30. Repeals