B.A. LL.B. (Five Years) Sem 5 Family Law I (Hindu Law) 2017 Dec Question Paper - KSLU

Questions asked in this paper

1. Q1 Briefly explain the sources of Hindu Law with special reference to custom.
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2. Q2 Explain the grounds on which a Hindu Marriage can be dissolved by divorce.
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3. Q3 Explain the features of a Coparcenary and bring out the rights of a Coparcenary.
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4. Q4 What is partition ? Explain various modes of partition.
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5. Q5 Discuss the changes brought out before and after passing the Hindu Succession Act, 1956 in respect of the property rights of the female heirs.
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6. Q6 Explain the requirements of valid adoption under the Hindu Adoption and Maintenance Act.
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7. Q7 Who is a guardian ? Explain the powers of natural guardians.
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Write short notes on any two of the following :

1. Q8 (a) Salient features of Mitakshara school of Hindu Law.
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2. Q8 (b) Pious obligation.
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3. Q8 (c) Dowry.
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Solve any two of the following problems :

1. Q9 (a) A Hindu male dies leaving behind his wife, mother, son's son's daughter and daughter's daughter. Distribute his property.
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2. Q9 (b) Naresh a Hindu converted to Islamic religion. His wife wants to divorce her. Advise her.
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3. Q9 (c) 'A' a widow, sues her father-in-law and father for maintenance separately. Is she entitled for maintenance ?
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