A Hindu male dies intestate in Delhi leaving separate property and only his mother, father, wife,…
Sections 8 and 9 prefer Class I heirs over Class II heirs. Section 10 gives the sole widow and surviving mother one share each, so this separate estate divides equally.
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A Hindu male dies intestate in Delhi leaving separate property and only his mother, father, wife, married sister and that sister's husband. Under the Hindu Succession Act, 1956, who inherits?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer B
Sections 8 and 9 prefer Class I heirs over Class II heirs.
Section 10 gives the sole widow and surviving mother one share each, so this separate estate divides equally.
Option feedback
Option A
The sister is not Class I, while the mother is.
Option B
The widow and mother are the two Class I heirs and each receives one share, giving equal halves.
Option C
The father is Class II and excluded by surviving Class I heirs.
Option D
The sister and her husband do not share with the surviving Class I heirs.
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