The wedding week and the month afterGuidelineLegal step
Keep a signed list of wedding gifts
Each gift, its value and who gave it. Signed by bride and groom.
Why It Matters (Clinical Guidance)
- The law exempts gifts given without demand only if they are listed.
- A signed list protects both families from false claims later.
- Ask two elders from each side to sign too.
Respectful Message for Elders & Family
Send on WhatsApp“Maa, we want to keep a signed list of all wedding gifts. It is what the law asks for, and it protects both families. Can you help us note who gave what?”
Primary Citation: Dowry Prohibition (Maintenance of Lists of Presents) Rules, 1985
Last checked: October 2026 • Medical review panel forming