The term "father" in Section 6 of the Hindu Minority and Guardianship Act, 1956 includes:
The Explanation to s.6 of the Hindu Minority and Guardianship Act, 1956 states that "the expressions 'father' and 'mother' do not include a step-father and a step-mother". A…
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The term "father" in Section 6 of the Hindu Minority and Guardianship Act, 1956 includes:
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The Explanation to s.6 of the Hindu Minority and Guardianship Act, 1956 states that "the expressions 'father' and 'mother' do not include a step-father and a step-mother". A step-father, a grandfather or another male relative is not a natural guardian under s.6.
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