Marriage Act 479. The Marriage Act Chapter 50 provides for the minimum age of 21 for either male or female at which they can enter into marriage without restrictions. Under this Act a marriage is monogamous. Married couples are not permitted to enter into other marriages whilst the first marriage subsists. The Act also provides for the protection of spouses and children upon dissolution of marriage. Juveniles Act 480. The Juveniles Act provides for care and protection of children and juveniles in need of care; a system of adjudication correction and rehabilitation for juveniles who are in conflict with the law; and the establishment of children’s institutions such as orphanages. Adoption Act 481. The Adoption Act Chapter 54 provides regulations, which must be followed when a person intends to adopt a child. The major objective of the Act is to ensure the protection and best interests of the child. Wills and Administration of Testate Estate Act 482. The Wills and Administration of Testate Estate Act Chapter 60 provides for the protection of the family, in so far as a testator’s estate is to be distributed to the beneficiaries. 180

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