Can I legally marry my distant niece in India?

Sir, can I marry my distant niece (daughter of my cousin) if her parents have passed away?

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Advocate By LEAD INDIA Answered: 02 May 2025

Under Hindu Marriage Act, marriage with certain blood relations is prohibited unless your custom allows it. If your distant niece is not a "sapinda" relation and there's no direct line of ancestry, you can marry with mutual consent. It is best to consult a lawyer to confirm based on your specific relation. For further legal assistance contact us on our helpline number. 
 

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