Rule 13-A Correction Petition Instructions
The Registration Department, through the Head of the Registration Department, issued Letter No. 39223/G2/2017-2 dated 28 September 2017, giving registration officers instructions for petitions seeking corrections under Rule 13-A of the Hindu Marriage Rules, 1967. It permits Aadhaar as identity proof only and requires careful verification of parents' details and relevant death certificates before registration.
What the guidance covers
Registration Department Letter No. 39223/G2/2017-2 dated 28 September 2017 applies to petitions seeking corrections under Rule 13-A of the Hindu Marriage Rules, 1967. The Head of the Registration Department sent the instructions to all Deputy Heads of Registration, District Registrars and Sub-Registrars, as a continuation of Circular No. 34612/G2/2016 dated 7 June 2016.
The guidance concerns document checks by registration officers. It is relevant to brides, bridegrooms, their parents and witnesses whose identity or family details must be verified in connection with marriage registration or a correction petition.
Aadhaar as identity proof
Registration officers may accept an Aadhaar card as an identity document, in addition to documents already recommended for proving the identity of the bride, bridegroom, parents and witnesses.
Key limits are:
- Aadhaar may be used only as proof of identity.
- Aadhaar must not be accepted as proof of citizenship.
- Aadhaar must not be accepted as proof of residence.
- The letter refers to sections 7 and 9 of the Aadhaar (Targeted Delivery of Financial and other Subsidies, Benefits and Services) Act, 2016 when explaining these limits.
Verification of parents' details
Registration officers must carefully compare the parents' supporting documents with the application before proceeding with registration.
They must check that:
- Each parent's name and initial in the supporting document match the name and initial entered in the application.
- Each parent's address in the supporting document matches the address entered in the application.
- Registration proceeds only after these details have been properly examined.
Death certificate requirements
Registration Department Letter No. 39223/G2/2017-2 requires additional evidence where the application reports a death:
- If a parent of either party is stated to be deceased, the officer must inspect the original death certificate, obtain a copy and place it in the file.
- If either party is described as a widow or widower, the officer must inspect the original death certificate of the deceased spouse, obtain a copy and place it in the file before registration.
The instructions do not set out any fee or processing period.
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Common questions
Can I use an Aadhaar card for a Rule 13-A correction petition?
Yes. Registration officers may accept Aadhaar as proof of identity, along with the identity documents already recommended.
Will Aadhaar be accepted as proof of my address or citizenship?
No. Letter No. 39223/G2/2017-2 dated 28 September 2017 says Aadhaar may be accepted only as identity proof, not as proof of residence or citizenship.
What is required if a bride's or bridegroom's parent has died?
The registration officer must inspect the parent's original death certificate, obtain a copy and keep it in the file.
What document is needed if the applicant is a widow or widower?
The original death certificate of the deceased spouse must be produced for verification. The registration officer must obtain and file a copy before proceeding with registration.
