Which statements accurately describe the definition of degrees of prohibited relationship and its…
Section 3(g)(i) includes a lineal ascendant. Section 3(g)(ii) includes a person who was the spouse of a lineal ascendant or descendant of the other person. The Explanation…
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Which statements accurately describe the definition of degrees of prohibited relationship and its interpretation under the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955?
I. The definition covers two persons where one is a lineal ascendant of the other.
II. The definition covers two persons where one was the spouse of a lineal ascendant or descendant of the other.
III. In applying the definition, the Act includes blood relationships whether the persons were born within or outside marriage.
Answer and explanation
Correct answer A
Section 3(g)(i) includes a lineal ascendant. Section 3(g)(ii) includes a person who was the spouse of a lineal ascendant or descendant of the other person.
The Explanation includes legitimate and illegitimate blood relationships. It operates within the categories of section 3(g).
Option feedback
Option A
The lineal and spousal statements give statutory grounds. The blood-relationship statement gives an interpretation rule.
Option B
The blood-relationship rule is also part of how the definition applies.
Option C
The definition includes the spouse of a lineal ascendant or descendant.
Option D
The definition includes a lineal ascendant of the other person.
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