Multiple choice

One of the following is not a condition for determining the capacity of a male Hindu to adopt.

  1. Consent of wife under certain circumstances

  2. Majority

  3. Soundness of mind

  4. Must be necessarily married

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D Correct answer
Explanation

Under the Hindu Adoptions and Maintenance Act, 1956, a male Hindu must be of sound mind and has attained majority to have capacity to adopt. Consent of wife is required if she is a Hindu and not of unsound mind. However, being married is NOT a mandatory requirement - an unmarried male can also adopt, provided he meets the other conditions. This question tests knowledge that marriage is not a prerequisite for adoption.