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Which item falls outside the property acquired by a Hindu woman described in the Explanation to Section…

The Explanation to Section 14(1) lists property already acquired by gift, purchase or inheritance, and includes property held as stridhan immediately before the Act began. A…

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Which item falls outside the property acquired by a Hindu woman described in the Explanation to Section 14(1) of the Hindu Succession Act, 1956?

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The Explanation to Section 14(1) lists property already acquired by gift, purchase or inheritance, and includes property held as stridhan immediately before the Act began. A possible future inheritance from a living relative is an expectancy. It has yet to vest in the prospective heir.

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Option A

A prospective heir’s chance of succeeding is an expectancy.

Option B

Jewellery she has received by gift is an example of acquired property.

Option C

A house she has bought is acquired by purchase.

Option D

Land she has inherited is acquired by inheritance.

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