Multiple choice

Which of the following is not entitled to inheritance under the Hindu Succession Act?

  1. A son or a daughter of a voidable marriage

  2. Adopted son or adopted daughter

  3. A son or a daughter of void marriage

  4. Stepson or stepdaughter

  5. None of these
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D Correct answer
Explanation

A stepson or a stepdaughter is entitled to a share in the inheritance of his natural father, but not of his stepfather. A stepson or a stepdaughter has no claim even for maintenance against his stepfather.

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