X, Y and C are siblings governed by the Hindu Minority and Guardianship Act, 1956. C had just turned 15…
The stated ages make C 16, below the section 4(a) threshold of 18. Section 10 prevents a minor from acting as guardian of the property of another minor.
Choose your answer
X, Y and C are siblings governed by the Hindu Minority and Guardianship Act, 1956. C had just turned 15 when X was born. X is now exactly one year old, and Y is two. Their parents have died. Which statement correctly explains whether C can act as guardian of X's or Y's property now?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer A
The stated ages make C 16, below the section 4(a) threshold of 18.
Section 10 prevents a minor from acting as guardian of the property of another minor.
Option feedback
Option A
C is 16. Section 10 bars a minor from acting as guardian of another minor's property.
Option B
Being the older sibling does not remove the statutory bar for a minor.
Option C
Family consent does not remove the section 10 bar.
Option D
Section 10 makes minority the disqualification. It does not bar someone solely because they are a sibling.
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