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Under the Hindu Adoptions and Maintenance Act, 1956, the adopted child's status after valid adoption is:

Since section 15 prevents cancellation of a valid adoption by anyone, including the child, the adopted child's status as a member of the adoptive family becomes permanent…

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Under the Hindu Adoptions and Maintenance Act, 1956, the adopted child's status after valid adoption is:

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Since section 15 prevents cancellation of a valid adoption by anyone, including the child, the adopted child's status as a member of the adoptive family becomes permanent rather than temporary, conditional, or revocable.

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