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Can an affinity test be applied as a litmus test in cases of caste claims?

Can an affinity test be applied as a litmus test in cases of caste claims?

The caste, tribe, or community certificate issued by the appointing authority in the required form for SCs, STs, and OBCs is only recognised as proof of a candidate’s claim to be a member of a Scheduled Caste, Scheduled Tribe, or Other Backward Class. The test of affinity An affinity test requires authorities to investigate and …

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Challenging Polygamy: Rights of Wife For Declaring Husband’s Second Marriage Void

Challenging Polygamy: Rights of Wife For Declaring Husband's Second Marriage Void

One of the basic foundations of society is the institution of marriage, and numerous legal frameworks work to preserve its sanctity. The Hindu Marriage Act of 1955 in India regulates Hindu weddings and offers standards for separation, alimony, and other relevant issues. The Act’s attitude on monogamy, which forbids someone from being married to more …

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