The correct answer is (c). A male and a female Hindu can solemnize marriage under either the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 or the Special Marriage Act, 1954.
The Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 is a law that governs the marriage of Hindus in India. It provides for the solemnization of marriage between Hindus, Buddhists, Jains, and Sikhs. The Act also provides for the dissolution of marriage, judicial separation, and restitution of conjugal rights.
The Special Marriage Act, 1954 is a law that governs the marriage of all persons, irrespective of their religion, caste, or creed. It provides for the solemnization of marriage between any two persons, subject to certain conditions. The Act also provides for the dissolution of marriage, judicial separation, and restitution of conjugal rights.
A male and a female Hindu can solemnize marriage under either the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 or the Special Marriage Act, 1954. The choice of which Act to apply depends on the wishes of the parties.