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The Hindu Succession Act, 1956 applies to persons of which religion ?

Section 2(1) of the Hindu Succession Act, 1956 expressly covers Hindus in their forms and developments, Buddhists, Jainas and Sikhs. The Act is therefore not limited to…

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The Hindu Succession Act, 1956 applies to persons of which religion ?

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Section 2(1) of the Hindu Succession Act, 1956 expressly covers Hindus in their forms and developments, Buddhists, Jainas and Sikhs. The Act is therefore not limited to Hindus alone, and the group adding Parsis or Jews does not state those covered religions.

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