Question

Under the Hindu Succession Act, 1956, who is entitled to inherit ancestral property?

• A. Only male descendants
• B. Only female descendants
• C. Both male and female descendants
• D. Only the eldest son

Hint:

Under the Hindu Succession Act, 1956, both male and female heirs have equal rights to the ancestral property, emphasizing gender equality in inheritance.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Under the Hindu Succession Act, 1956, both male and female descendants are entitled to inherit ancestral property. The Act gives equal rights to both sons and daughters in the inheritance of ancestral property.