The question (10 marks)
Who are the natural guardians of a Hindu minor, what powers do they have, and how does the principle of the welfare of the child operate? (10 marks)
MU Module IV, heads 4.4, 4.5.1 and 4.5.2; guardianship and welfare.
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 4 · Adoption, Maintenance, Guardianship and the Uniform Civil Code of Family Law – II.
Authorities you will need
- Githa Hariharan v. Reserve Bank of India
- Manik Chand v. Ramchandra
- Hunooman Prasad Panday v. Mussumat Babooee Munraj Koonweree, Privy Council
- Manju Tiwari v. Rajendra Tiwari
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