Question

    Who are the Class I heirs under the Hindu Succession

    Act?
    A Son, daughter, widow, mother, son of a predeceased son, daughter of a predeceased son Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Son, daughter, widow, mother, son of a predeceased son, son of a predeceased daughter Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Son, daughter, widow, mother, son of a predeceased son, daughter of a predeceased daughter Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Son, daughter, widow, mother, son of a predeceased son, daughter of a predeceased son Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Explanation: Class I heirs are the closest heirs of a Hindu male who died intestate (without making a will). According to Section 8 of the Hindu Succession Act, Class I heirs include the son, daughter, widow, mother, son of a predeceased son, and daughter of a predeceased son.

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