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Under section 19 of the Hindu Succession Act, 1956, in what capacity do two or more heirs who succeed…

Section 19(b) gives heirs who succeed together the status of tenants in common and expressly excludes joint tenancy. Section 19(a) separately addresses the basis of…

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Under section 19 of the Hindu Succession Act, 1956, in what capacity do two or more heirs who succeed together to an intestate's property take it?

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Section 19(b) gives heirs who succeed together the status of tenants in common and expressly excludes joint tenancy.

Section 19(a) separately addresses the basis of distribution, ordinarily per capita unless the Act expressly provides otherwise.

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Option A

Section 19(b) provides for tenancy in common.

Option B

Section 19(b) excludes joint tenancy.

Option C

Succeeding as an heir does not by itself create a trust relationship.

Option D

Succeeding together does not by itself constitute a partnership.

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