adoption process for step child

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Anonymous
(Querist) 14 May 2010
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i am planning to marry a divorcee, who have 6 yrs child. I want to give my name to her child. Pls could you let me know that provess for the same.
Virender Pankaj
(Expert) 14 May 2010
If you are Hindu, Adopt the Child as Per the provisions of Hindu Adoption & Maintenance Act.