5. The Explanation I omitted by s. 2, ibid. (w.e.f. 2 -10-1985).
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articles, shall not be deemed to be dowry within the meaning of this section, unless they are made
as consideration for the marriage o the said parties.
Explanatio n II.-The expression “valuable security” has the same meaning as in section 30 of
the Indian Penal Code (45 of 1860);
(i)“marriage expenses” shall includes expenses incureed directly or indirectly at or before
the marriage on - (a)Thakka, Sagai, Tkka, Shagan and MIlni ceremonies; (b)the gifts made by one party tio a marriage to the other party to the marriage or by the
parents, grand -parents and brother or either party to a marriage to either party to the marriage or
the blood relations thereof;
[Vide Haryana Act 38 of 1976, s. 2]