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 property to which it applies. Section 14(2) preserves qualifying restricted grants where the terms of the grant prescribe a…
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Under section 14(1) of the Hindu Succession Act, 1956, in what capacity does a female Hindu hold property to which that subsection applies?
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Correct answer A
Section 14(1) provides for full ownership of property to which it applies.
Section 14(2) preserves qualifying restricted grants where the terms of the grant prescribe a restricted estate.
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Option A
Section 14(1) provides for full ownership.
Option B
Limited ownership is displaced under subsection (1), subject to the distinct subsection (2) exception.
Option C
Subsection (1) confers ownership rather than mere custody.
Option D
Subsection (1) confers ownership and does not create a trustee relationship.
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