Which section of the Hindu Succession Act, 1956 states the general rules for succession to the property…
Section 8 of the Hindu Succession Act, 1956 provides the general succession rules for a male Hindu intestate. Section 9 determines priority among scheduled heirs. Section 6…
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Which section of the Hindu Succession Act, 1956 states the general rules for succession to the property of a male Hindu dying intestate?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer A
Section 8 of the Hindu Succession Act, 1956 provides the general succession rules for a male Hindu intestate.
Section 9 determines priority among scheduled heirs. Section 6 deals with coparcenary interests, and Section 14 addresses a female Hindu’s ownership of property.
Option feedback
Option A
Section 8 specifies the succession tiers for a male Hindu intestate.
Option B
Section 9 sets the order and priority among scheduled heirs.
Option C
Section 14 governs a female Hindu’s ownership of property.
Option D
Section 6 deals specifically with interests in Mitakshara coparcenary property.
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