Section 7 of Hindu Marriage Act 1955:Ceremonies for a Hindu marriage
Ceremonies for a Hindu marriage Hindu Marriage Act 1955
7. Ceremonies for a Hindu marriage.-(1) A Hindu marriage may be solemnized in accordance
with the customary rites and ceremonies of either party thereto.
(2) Where such rites and ceremonies include the saptapadi (that is, the taking of seven steps by the
bridegroom and the bride jointly before the sacred fire), the marriage becomes complete and
binding when the seventh step is taken.