The question (10 marks)
State the disqualifications from inheritance under the Hindu Succession Act 1956 and the general rules of succession common to males and females. (10 marks)
MU Module III, heads 3.5 and 3.6; disqualifications and general rules.
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
- Vellikannu v. R. Singaperumal
- Commissioner of Wealth Tax v. Chander Sen
- Vineeta Sharma v. Rakesh Sharma
How an answer is marked
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