Which section of the Hindu Adoptions and Maintenance Act, 1956, governs when a dependant’s maintenance…
Section 27 provides that a dependant’s claim for maintenance is a charge on the estate only if a charge has been created. A charge may be created by the deceased’s will, a…
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Which section of the Hindu Adoptions and Maintenance Act, 1956, governs when a dependant’s maintenance claim may be a charge on the deceased’s estate?
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Correct answer C
Section 27 provides that a dependant’s claim for maintenance is a charge on the estate only if a charge has been created.
A charge may be created by the deceased’s will, a court decree, an agreement between the dependant and the owner of the estate or relevant portion, or otherwise.
Option feedback
Option A
Section 25 deals with altering maintenance on a material change of circumstances.
Option B
Section 26 addresses priority of debts.
Option C
Section 27 governs when a charge exists.
Option D
Section 28 governs enforcement of the maintenance right against transferees.
Option E
Section 27 is offered.
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