Can a Hindu marry a non-Hindu?

Shukavak Dasa, the Hindu priest marrying the couple, had seen it all before. Weddings between Indian-American Hindus and non-Hindus are rare.

Who can marry in Hinduism?

Hindu marriage harmonizes two individuals (mostly male and female) for ultimate eternity, so that they can pursue dharma (responsibility/duties), arth (meaning), and kama. It is a union of two individuals as spouses, and is recognized by liveable continuity.

Can a Hindu marry his sister?

Section 5 of the Hindu Marriage Act bans, among other things, marriage between a brother and sister, uncle and niece, aunt and nephew, or children of brother and sister or of two brothers or of two sisters. The marriage is void, unless the custom of the community permits it.

Can I marry my mothers sisters daughter in Hindu?

Yes , you can Marry mothers sisters daughters daughter who is not under the degree of prohibited relationship as per section 2 (b) of Special Marriage Act. However, you can not marry your mothers sister s daughter.

Can I marry Mausi daughter?

According to section 3(g) of Hindu Marriage Act (Prohibited Relationship) - if the two are brother and sister, uncle and niece, aunt and nephew, or children of brother and sister or of two brothers or of two sisters. The marriage cannot be possible.