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Family Law – II · Unit 3

Family Law II exam question: Discuss the scheme of succession to

The question (15 marks)

Discuss the scheme of succession to the property of a female Hindu dying intestate, and examine the criticism made of section 15 of the Hindu Succession Act 1956. (15 marks)

MU Module III, head 3.4; succession to a female intestate.

Plan your answer on paper before you look at the authorities — issue first, then the rule, then apply it to these facts.

It tests Unit 3 · Intestate Succession under the Hindu Succession Act of Family Law – II.

Authorities you will need

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