When may the Karta of a Mitakshara joint Hindu family be justified in alienating joint family property…
A Karta may justify alienation by legal necessity, benefit of the estate, or the discharge of an indispensable duty. The particular facts must justify the transaction.
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When may the Karta of a Mitakshara joint Hindu family be justified in alienating joint family property without every coparcener’s consent?
I. To meet a legal necessity
II. To benefit the estate
III. To discharge an indispensable family or religious duty
Answer and explanation
Correct answer D
A Karta may justify alienation by legal necessity, benefit of the estate, or the discharge of an indispensable duty. The particular facts must justify the transaction.
Option feedback
Option A
Legal necessity is one of the recognized grounds. Benefit of the estate and indispensable duties can also justify an alienation.
Option B
Legal necessity and benefit of the estate are recognized grounds. Indispensable duties form a further ground.
Option C
Benefit of the estate and indispensable duties are recognized grounds. Legal necessity is also recognized.
Option D
These are the three recognized grounds. The facts must substantiate the ground relied on.
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