Subject to section 14(2), in what capacity does a Hindu woman hold property possessed by her to which…
Section 14(1) makes a Hindu woman full owner of the covered property interest possessed by her, whether acquired before or after commencement. The restricted-estate cases in…
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Subject to section 14(2), in what capacity does a Hindu woman hold property possessed by her to which section 14(1) of the Hindu Succession Act, 1956 applies?
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Correct answer C
Section 14(1) makes a Hindu woman full owner of the covered property interest possessed by her, whether acquired before or after commencement.
The restricted-estate cases in section 14(2) are expressly outside the question.
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Option A
Section 14(1) expressly removes the limited-owner status for property within it.
Option B
Section 14(1) gives full ownership of the covered interest.
Option C
Section 14(1) treats her as full owner of the property interest possessed by her and covered by the subsection.
Option D
The subsection enlarges her estate in the property interest. It does not by itself create a joint title.
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