The Special Marriage Act was enacted in India in 1954 to provide a legal framework for inter-religious marriages.

The minimum age for marriage under the Special Marriage Act is 18 years for both men and women.

A birth certificate is required for registration of an inter-religious marriage under the Special Marriage Act.

30 days' notice is required before solemnization of an inter-religious marriage under the Special Marriage Act.

A Marriage Registrar is authorized to solemnize an inter-religious marriage under the Special Marriage Act.

An inter-religious marriage solemnized under the Special Marriage Act is considered a valid marriage in India.

An inter-religious marriage can be dissolved by divorce under the provisions of the Hindu Marriage Act, the Muslim Personal Law (Shariat) Application Act, or the Special Marriage Act.

The grounds for divorce under the Special Marriage Act include adultery, cruelty, desertion, and any other ground specified in the Act.

To obtain a divorce under the Special Marriage Act, a petition must be filed with the family court.

Spouses in an inter-religious marriage have equal rights and responsibilities under the law, regardless of their religion.

Inter-religious couples in India face a number of social challenges, including disapproval from family and community, legal barriers, and financial difficulties.

Inter-religious couples in India are protected by a number of laws, including the Special Marriage Act, the Hindu Marriage Act, and the Muslim Personal Law (Shariat) Application Act.

To promote inter-religious harmony in India, it is important to educate people about different religions, promote inter-religious dialogue, and encourage inter-religious marriages.

The government can play a role in promoting inter-religious harmony in India by enacting laws to protect inter-religious couples, providing financial assistance to inter-religious couples, and promoting inter-religious dialogue.

The media can play a role in promoting inter-religious harmony in India by promoting positive stories about inter-religious couples, avoiding negative stereotypes about inter-religious couples, and educating people about different religions.