Section 83 of The Indian Christian Marriage Act, 1872
Power to make rules
1[(1) ]The State Government 2 [may, by notification in the Official Gazette, make rules] in regard to the disposal of the fees mentioned in section 82, the supply of register-books, and the preparation and submission of returns of marriages solemnized under this Act. 3[(2) Every rule made by the State Government under this section shall be laid, as soon as may be after it is made, before the State Legislature.]
Summary
- The State Government has the power to make rules under this section.
- These rules must be made by publishing a notification in the Official Gazette.
- Rules can be made regarding the disposal of fees, the supply of register-books, and marriage returns.
- Every rule made by the State Government under this section must be laid before the State Legislature as soon as possible after it is made.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. How must the State Government publish any rules it makes under Section 83?
The rules must be made by notification in the Official Gazette.
2. What matters can the State Government make rules about under Section 83?
The disposal of the fees mentioned in Section 82, the supply of register-books, and the preparation and submission of returns of marriages solemnized under the Act.
3. What must happen to a rule after the State Government makes it?
Every rule must be laid before the State Legislature as soon as may be after it is made.
Test yourself
1.Under Section 83 of The Indian Christian Marriage Act, 1872, what is the mandatory method for the State Government to make rules under this provision?
2.Under Section 83 of The Indian Christian Marriage Act, 1872, which of the following is a topic on which the State Government is explicitly authorized to make rules?
3.Under Section 83 of The Indian Christian Marriage Act, 1872, what legislative oversight step is required after the State Government makes a rule?
4.Under Section 83 of The Indian Christian Marriage Act, 1872, how does the rule-making power of the State Government relate to the fees described in the cross-referenced Section 82?