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Define Marriage,and give the marriage systems recognized in Kenya.

      

Define Marriage,and give the marriage systems recognized in Kenya.

  

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Martin
Marriage is a permanent union between adults.

1.Religious marriage

- It is usually conducted in a church , mosque , or a temple.
- A wedding ceremony is conducted.
- Christians and Asian marriages are monogamous (one man and one
wife)while Muslim marriages are polygamous (more than one wife).
- Couple exchange marriage vows.
- A marriage certificate is issued


2.Customary marriage

- Conducted according to the African customs and beliefs.

- Polygamy is allowed.

- Bride wealth is given before the wedding ceremony.

- It is usually conducted by the clan elders.

3.Civil marriage

- It is presided over by a magistrate or an authorized government officer.

- A couple intending to marry must issue a 21 day notice to the district
commissioner or the district registrar of marriage.

- The marriage partners pay a marriage fee.

- Divorce or separation is granted by a court of law.
marto answered the question on March 19, 2019 at 06:36


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