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Under section 11 of the Hindu Minority and Guardianship Act, 1956, which status by itself gives a…

Section 11 bars a person from dealing with a Hindu minor’s property merely because that person acts as a de facto guardian.

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Under section 11 of the Hindu Minority and Guardianship Act, 1956, which status by itself gives a person no authority to deal with a Hindu minor’s property?

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Section 11 bars a person from dealing with a Hindu minor’s property merely because that person acts as a de facto guardian.

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Option A

A natural guardian has statutory powers subject to the limits in section 8.

Option B

A de facto guardian lacks authority solely by virtue of acting in that role.

Option C

A testamentary guardian has powers within section 9 and the will’s restrictions.

Option D

A court-appointed property guardian can act within the appointment and statutory restrictions.

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