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📘 Hindu Joint Family and Coparcenary Under Hindu Law Explained Hindu Law for RJS, DJS, PCS (J) and other Law Exams 📚 Introduction The concept of Hindu Joint Family occupies a central place in Hindu law and forms the foundation for understanding coparcenary, succession, partition, and management of family property. Questions relating to Hindu Joint Family, coparcenary rights, and the …
📘 Supreme Court Judgments on Hindu Succession Act, 2005 Daughters’ Coparcenary Rights Explained for RJS, DJS, PCS (J) 📚 Introduction The Hindu Succession (Amendment) Act, 2005 brought daughters on par with sons by conferring coparcenary rights by birth. However, the scope and applicability of the amendment led to conflicting judicial interpretations. The Supreme Court, through a series of landmark judgments, …
📘 Difference Between Ancestral and Self-Acquired Property Under Hindu Law Hindu Succession Act, 2005 – Explained for RJS, DJS, PCS (J) 📚 Introduction One of the most frequently tested concepts under Hindu succession law is the distinction between ancestral property and self-acquired property. The nature of the property determines the rights of family members, including daughters, to claim a share …
📘 Can a Daughter Claim Father’s Property After Marriage? Hindu Succession Act, 2005 – Explained for RJS, DJS, PCS (J) 📚 Introduction A common misconception under Hindu law is that a daughter loses her right in her father’s property after marriage. The Hindu Succession (Amendment) Act, 2005 has fundamentally altered this position by conferring equal rights upon daughters in coparcenary …
📘 Hindu Succession (Amendment) Act, 2005 – Daughters’ Rights Explained Preparation for RJS, DJS, PCS (J) and other Judicial Service examinations 📚 Introduction The Hindu Succession (Amendment) Act, 2005 brought a fundamental change in Hindu personal law by conferring equal rights upon daughters in coparcenary property. The amendment removed the long-standing discrimination between sons and daughters under Mitakshara Hindu law …
Validity of Live-In Relationship When One Partner Is Married Live-in relationships are no longer uncommon in India. However, serious legal questions arise when one partner is already legally married to someone else. Many people assume that a live-in relationship can exist outside the boundaries of marriage law. Legally, the situation is more complex. Are Live-In Relationships Legal in India? In …
Second Marriage Without Divorce: Is It a Criminal Offence and What Are the Rights of the First Wife? Second marriage without ending the first marriage is a common source of confusion. People often ask two related questions: Is second marriage a criminal offence? What legal rights does the first wife have in such a situation? Indian law answers both questions …
Can You Legally Marry Again Without Divorce in India? Marriage in India is not only a personal or social relationship — it is also a legal status. Because of this, the law places clear boundaries on when and how a person can marry again. One of the most misunderstood issues is whether a person can legally enter into a second …
What Happens in a Child Marriage Under Indian Law? When a child marriage takes place, people often assume that the marriage is automatically cancelled or that everyone involved is immediately punished. Indian law, however, takes a more protective and practical approach, especially towards the girl involved in the marriage. Understanding what actually happens under law helps clear confusion about validity, …
Is Marriage of a Girl Below 18 Illegal in India? Is Such a Marriage Valid? The legal age of marriage for girls in India is 18 years. Despite this, child marriages still occur in many parts of the country, leading to confusion about their legality and validity. A common question people ask is: “If a girl is married below 18, …
