Notwithstanding any custom or law to the contrary, the dedication of a woman as a devadasi, whether before or after the commencement of this Act and whether she has consented to such dedication or not, is hereby declared unlawful, void and to be of no effect and any woman so dedicated shall not thereby be deemed to have become incapable of entering into a valid marriage.
Section 3: Dedication as devadasi to be unlawful
The Karnataka Devadasis (Prohibition of Dedication) Act, 1982.State Act of Karnataka · Act 1 of 1984
Where this provision sits
| Act | The Karnataka Devadasis (Prohibition of Dedication) Act, 1982. |
|---|---|
| Section | 3 |
| Marginal note | Dedication as devadasi to be unlawful |
| Jurisdiction | State of Karnataka |
| Status | In force as published by the source |
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