Bigamy: Definition
Bigamy is the act of marring with another person by a married person. This means, a person who is already married and the marriage is valid, if he or she enters into another marriage, this is called bigamy.
Essentials of Bigamy
1. The person marrying second time, whether husband or wife should be already married. And the marriage should be valid at the time of second marriage.
2. The second marriage has to be a valid marriage.
3. Both the spouses should be living.
Statutory Provisions:
As per Section 494 of Indian Penal Code, Bigamy is a non-cognizable, bailable offence. The punishment can extend up to 7 years of imprisonment with fine.
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