Under section 14(1) of the Hindu Succession Act, 1956, in what capacity does a female Hindu hold…
Section 14(1) provides for full ownership of the property to which it applies. Section 14(2) separately addresses acquisitions under specified instruments, decrees, orders…
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Under section 14(1) of the Hindu Succession Act, 1956, in what capacity does a female Hindu hold property possessed by her to which that subsection applies?
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Correct answer A
Section 14(1) provides for full ownership of the property to which it applies. Section 14(2) separately addresses acquisitions under specified instruments, decrees, orders or awards whose terms prescribe a restricted estate.
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Option A
Section 14(1) provides for full ownership.
Option B
The subsection enlarges the qualifying interest into full ownership.
Option C
Section 14(1) does not itself add a co-owner.
Option D
Full ownership under this subsection does not make her a trustee for her heirs.
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