Which provision of the Hindu Succession Act, 1956 states the general rule that a female Hindu holds…
Section 14(1) of the Hindu Succession Act, 1956 states the general rule of full ownership of property possessed by a female Hindu. Section 14(2) excepts specified grants…
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Which provision of the Hindu Succession Act, 1956 states the general rule that a female Hindu holds property as full owner rather than as limited owner?
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Correct answer A
Section 14(1) of the Hindu Succession Act, 1956 states the general rule of full ownership of property possessed by a female Hindu. Section 14(2) excepts specified grants prescribing a restricted estate.
Sections 15 and 16 deal with female intestacy, while Section 17 provides special rules for persons formerly governed by the named customary laws.
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Option A
Section 14(1) sets out the general rule, subject to Section 14(2).
Option B
Section 15 gives rules for succession to a female Hindu who dies intestate.
Option C
Section 16 sets out the order and manner of distribution among her heirs.
Option D
Section 17 makes special provision for persons formerly governed by the specified customary-law systems.
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