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Which section of the Hindu Succession Act, 1956 states that disease, defect or deformity does not…

Section 28 prevents disqualification on the ground of disease, defect or deformity. Other disqualifications expressly provided in the Act remain distinct.

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Which section of the Hindu Succession Act, 1956 states that disease, defect or deformity does not disqualify a person from succession?

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Section 28 prevents disqualification on the ground of disease, defect or deformity. Other disqualifications expressly provided in the Act remain distinct.

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Option A

Section 28 states that disease, defect or deformity does not disqualify a person from succession.

Option B

Section 29 governs devolution to the Government when there is no qualified heir.

Option C

Section 30 concerns testamentary succession.

Option D

Section 25 concerns disqualification for committing or abetting murder.

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