Multiple choice

Under the Hindu Adoption and Maintenance Act, 1956, who among the following is not entitled to adopt?

  1. An unmarried person

  2. Husband with the consent of wife

  3. Wife who is divorced

  4. Husband without the consent of wife

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D Correct answer
Explanation

Option (1) is incorrect: An unmarried person can adopt a child. Option (2) is incorrect: Husband is entitled to adopt a child with the consent of his wife. Option (3) is incorrect: A divorced wife can adopt a child under the Hindu Adoption and Maintenance Act, 1956. Option (4) is correct: Under Section 7 of the Hindu Adoption and Maintenance Act, 1956, if a person has a wife living, he shall not adopt, except with the consent of his wife.