Under section 3(f)(i) of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, how far does sapinda relationship extend in the…
Under Section 3(f)(i) of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, 'sapinda relationship' with reference to any person extends as far as the third generation (inclusive) in the line of…
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Under section 3(f)(i) of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, how far does sapinda relationship extend in the paternal and maternal lines of ascent?
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Under Section 3(f)(i) of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, 'sapinda relationship' with reference to any person extends as far as the third generation (inclusive) in the line of ascent through the mother, and the fifth generation (inclusive) in the line of ascent through the father, the line being traced upwards in each case from the person concerned, who is to be counted as the first generation.
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Option A
The paternal limit is fifth generation. The maternal limit is third generation.
Option B
The maternal limit is third generation. The paternal limit is fifth generation.
Option C
The limit is fifth generation through the father and third through the mother. Both are inclusive.
Option D
Both suggested limits exceed the statutory limits of fifth generation through the father and third through the mother.
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