LCP4804
Assignment 2 Semester 2 2024
Detailed Solutions, References & Explanations
Unique number: 201383
Due date: 9 September 2024
QUESTION 1
i.
Section 2(3) and (4) of the Recognition of Customary Marriages Act explicitly
acknowledges the validity of polygynous marriages, which is the practice of a man
marrying more than one wife. According to Section 2(3), a marriage that is a valid
customary marriage and which existed at the commencement of the Act is recognized as
a marriage for all purposes. Section 2(4) states that if a man is married to more than one
spouse, all such marriages are recognized as valid, provided that they are conducted
according to customary law and rites.
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Assignment 2 Semester 2 2024
Detailed Solutions, References & Explanations
Unique number: 201383
Due date: 9 September 2024
QUESTION 1
i.
Section 2(3) and (4) of the Recognition of Customary Marriages Act explicitly
acknowledges the validity of polygynous marriages, which is the practice of a man
marrying more than one wife. According to Section 2(3), a marriage that is a valid
customary marriage and which existed at the commencement of the Act is recognized as
a marriage for all purposes. Section 2(4) states that if a man is married to more than one
spouse, all such marriages are recognized as valid, provided that they are conducted
according to customary law and rites.
Terms of use
By making use of this document you agree to:
• Use this document as a guide for learning, comparison and reference purpose,
• Not to duplicate, reproduce and/or misrepresent the contents of this document as your own work,
• Fully accept the consequences should you plagiarise or misuse this document.
Disclaimer
Extreme care has been used to create this document, however the contents are provided “as is” without
any representations or warranties, express or implied. The author assumes no liability as a result of
reliance and use of the contents of this document. This document is to be used for comparison, research
and reference purposes ONLY. No part of this document may be reproduced, resold or transmitted in any
form or by any means.
