Multiple choice

Which of the following statements is/are correct about access to property according to Manusmṛti?

a. The paternal estate was to be divided equally amongst all children after the death of the parents. b. A special share of the paternal estate was given to the eldest son after the death of the parents. c. Women could not claim a share of the paternal estate after the death of the parents.

  1. Both a and b

  2. Both b and c

  3. Only a

  4. Only b

  5. Only c
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B Correct answer
Explanation

This is the correct answer as both these statements are correct. According to the Manusmṛti, the paternal estate was to be divided equally amongst sons after the death of the parents, with a special share for the eldest.

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