In this article, the authors delve into the repercussions of the revised Marriage Rules implemented in the state of Uttar Pradesh. They underscore that while the initial objective was to mitigate the prevalence of fraudulent marriages and prevent underage marriages, the interim orders have inadvertently exacerbated the difficulties faced by runaway couples. Moreover, these orders infringe upon their fundamental rights enshrined in Articles 14, 21, and 19 (a) and (c). They further propose a shift towards rights-based measures that will align the framework with the Constitutional principles. Continue reading In Protecting the Few, Are We Punishing the Free? The Unintended Consequences of Changed Marriage Registration Rules in Uttar Pradesh