Question

In which section of the Hindu Succession Act, 1956 the Law of Mitakshara has been incorporated

• A. Section 8
• B. Section 7
• C. Section 9
• D. Section 6

Hint:

Mitakshara law of coparcenary inheritance is embodied in Section 6 of the Hindu Succession Act.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Step 1: Hindu Succession Act overview.
Section 6 deals with devolution of interest in coparcenary property under Mitakshara law.

Step 2: Principle.
It provides that when a male Hindu dies, his interest in coparcenary devolves by survivorship, but subject to rights of female relatives.

Step 3: Conclusion.
Thus, Section 6 incorporates Mitakshara law.