Inheritance under Hindu laws

Inheritance under Hindu laws: Dr. Dimple Jindal

Under Hindu law, the inheritance of property can be broadly categorized into two types: ancestral property (coparcenary property) and self-acquired property. The rules governing the inheritance of these properties are different. It’s important to note that the Hindu Succession Act, 1956, has been amended multiple times, so the rules may vary depending on when the property was acquired and the specific circumstances.

Ancestral Property (Coparcenary Property):
Ancestral property refers to property that has been inherited by up to four generations of male lineage. It includes property acquired by the Hindu great-grandfather, grandfather, father, and self-acquired property of the father.
Only male members of the Hindu Undivided Family (HUF) have a right by birth to ancestral property. These male members are called coparceners.
Female members did not have a right to coparcenary property before the Hindu Succession (Amendment) Act, 2005. After the amendment, daughters also have equal rights to ancestral property.
In the event of the death of a coparcener, his share in ancestral property passes by survivorship to the other coparceners, including daughters.
If a coparcener wishes to dispose of his share in ancestral property, he can do so through a will or gift.

Self-acquired Property:
Self-acquired property refers to property that a person has acquired by their own efforts or through means such as purchase, gift, or inheritance (but not ancestral property).
The owner of self-acquired property has the absolute right to deal with it as they wish. They can gift, sell, or bequeath it through a will to anyone, including family members or others.
The laws regarding self-acquired property are generally not subject to specific restrictions under Hindu law, although they may be subject to other laws like taxation and land ceiling laws.

It’s important to understand that the rules of inheritance can vary depending on the specific circumstances, family practices, and regional customs. Additionally, amendments to the Hindu Succession Act in 2005 and other changes in legislation may have an impact on the inheritance of property. It is advisable to consult with a legal expert or lawyer for precise guidance on property inheritance under Hindu law, especially in complex cases.

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