November 23, 2017

Inheritance Laws in India

Inheritance Laws in India

One of the most common issues that arise in the sphere of property disputes is the ambiguity regarding the Will document and the various conflicts therein. This makes it necessary for any individual to understand how the inheritance laws work in India – so that all can understand what their eligibility for inheritance is. The […]

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August 24, 2017

Procedure of Relinquishing Inheritance

Relinquishing Inheritance

Relinquishment; as flamboyant the word in itself, as is its concept under law. Relinquishment or Haq-Tyag as it is known in some parts of Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh refers to Transfer of an Inherited Property by One Co- Owner in Favour of another. Such an abandonment or surrender of Rights over a Property Inherited or […]

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August 18, 2017

How property is divided when a man dies intestate

intestate succession

No matter however ancient is the concept of will or vasiyaat in India, it is still practiced only among the more gentry class of the country. Will is basically a legal declaration by a man with respect to inheritance of his self acquired property. But for several reasons like lack of awareness, complex family structure […]

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July 10, 2017

Hindu Daughter After Converting To Islam Does Not Lose Inheritance Right

Hindu-Daughter-After-Converting-Islam-Does-Not-Lose-Inheritance-Right

(Nayanben Firozkhan Pathan v/s Patel Shantaben Bhikabhai)In a recent judicial progressive interpretation on a major question:‘whether a Hindu daughter can inherit from her father after getting married to a Muslim and embracing Islam’ was answered on 29thSeptember, 2017 by Gujarat High Court while interpreting the case of NayanBen Firozkhan Pathan. It was referred to Justice […]

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June 5, 2017

How to deal with inherited property – Inheritance law in India

Inheritance Law in India

What is Inheritance of Property?Inheritance is passing on the property, titles, debts, rights, and obligations to another person upon the death of an individual.Which Act governs Inheritance Law in India? The Hindu Succession Act, 1956 was established to assure equal inheritance rights to both sons and daughters. It implements to all Hindus inclusive of Buddhists, […]

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April 18, 2017

NRI’s guide to deal with Inherited Property

Inherited Property

For an NRI to own and maintain a property in India is always a bit cumbersome. On top of that when it comes to inherited property it becomes somewhat more difficult because then they are obliged towards the property. Thus, it becomes essential for them to be aware of all the rules – regulation and […]

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