(i) In order to provide proof of marriage to Hindu couples, the government can make rules for the registration of their marriages. 

(ii) Standing with anything contained in the sub-section - 

(a) The State Government may provide that it should be mandatory to specifically enter (if necessary) in the register in each State.

(b) Anyone who violates the rule made by the state government will be punished with a fine of not more than 25 Rupees. 

(iii) These rules should be laid before the state legislature.

(iv) The Hindu Marriage Register shall remain open at every reasonable time as evidence of the statements. It shall obtain a certified extract from the Registrar after paying the prescribed fee.

(v) There is no validity under this section, should not be affected by omission in the entry.