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Can i marry my mother's sister's daughter?

(Querist) 27 October 2026 This query is : Resolved 
Can I marry my maternal cousin?(meri maa ki bahan ki beti ) hindu
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This discussion addresses whether marrying one's maternal cousin, specifically a mother's sister's daughter, is permissible under Hindu law. It highlights that such marriages may be prohibited in certain regions, with a specific mention of Uttar Pradesh. The question seeks clarification on the definition of 'maternal cousin' in this context.

kavksatyanarayana (Expert) 28 October 2026
I think you are a Hindu. Does "maternal cousin " mean (mother's sister's son/daughter or brother's son/daughter)? In some areas, marriage between them is prohibited.
Shyamu (Querist) 28 October 2026
Hindu Uttar Pradesh p
kavksatyanarayana (Expert) 28 October 2026
Your maa ki bahan ki beti means the relationship is your sister, and hence it is prohibited under Hindu Law.
Shyamu (Querist) 28 October 2026
Cout marriage possible ha ki nahi
kavksatyanarayana (Expert) 29 October 2026
A court marriage is also not possible.
Dr. J C Vashista (Expert) 30 October 2026
It is prohibited under Hindu Marriage Act, 1956. It is very much like as if she was born by your mother


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