if saat phere is not taken,only sindur daan,mangalsutra tied,is this valid marriage acc. to hindu law.?

Question

if saat phere is not taken,only sindur daan,mangalsutra tied,is this valid marriage acc. to hindu law.?
I married a girl in temple simply applying Sindoor,and tying mangalsutra around her neck.No saat phere is taken before fire,is it a legitimate marriage as per Hindu law,what is the legality of it,now we are living separately,what is the best way,should I go for Divorce/separation.
what if she neither agree to divorce nor to live together.
plz. advice

Answer 1

i would advice you seek the help of a religious leader. They can give you a proper answer:) Good Luck