The objects of adoption are two-fold. The first object is religious, namely, to secure spiritual benefit to the adopter and his ancestors, by having a son to offer funeral cakes and libations of water. (more…)
Essentials of a Valid Adoption under the Hindu Adoptions and Maintenance Act
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When a Hindu Wife is entitled to Claim Maintenance from her Husband under the Hindu Adoption and Maintenance Act?
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Section 19 provide that after the death of her husband, a Hindu wife is entitled to be maintained by her father-in-law. It is immaterial whether such a woman had married before or after the commencement of this Act. Further, she can exercise this right only if she is unable to maintain herself out of her […]
Maintenance of Children and Aged Parents in the Hindu Adoption and Maintenance Act
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Section 20 of Hindu Adoption and Maintenance Act casts a duty on a Hindu, during his (or her) life-time, to maintain his (or her) legitimate as well as illegitimate children and his (or her) aged or infirm parents. Further, a legitimate child can claim maintenance from his or her father or mother, so long as […]