The emergence of the Anand Marriage Act dates back to 1909 when the British Imperial Legislative Council passed a legislation for the recognition of the Sikh wedding ceremony Anand Karaj. The Act aimed to acknowledge and respect the customs and practices of the community.
Anand Marriage Act got implemented in Jammu which recognise the marriage rituals of Sikhs, fulfilling their long-standing demand to not have to solemnize their marriages under the Hindu Marriage Act.
Sikh couples can apply for registration within a period of three months after solemnising their marriage but face late fee if formalities are completed after the expiry of the deadline
Law Gives Statutory Recognition To Sikh Marriage Rituals
Jammu: Detailed rules were framed by the Jammu and Kashmir administration for registration of marriages under Anand Marriage Act, which provides statutory recognition to marriage rituals of Sikhs, fulfilling their long-standing demand to not have to solemnise their marriages under the Hindu Marriage Act.
Jammu and Kashmir Anand Marriage Registration Rules, 2023 has been