- This type of marriage is conducted by the chief administrative officer or the registrar of marriage in the ministry of justice.
- It is a monogamous marriage of one man and one woman.
- The essential requirements are similar to those under the church marriages.
- It is important to note that this marriage is not a contract and therefore it is binding for life.

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