Section 10 – Incapacity Of Minor To Act As Guardian Of Property

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Imagine a scenario where 16-year-old Rohan's younger sister, 12-year-old Priya, receives an inheritance from their late grandparents. According to Section 10 of The Hindu Minority and Guardianship Act, 1956, Rohan, although older than his sister, is still a minor himself and therefore legally cannot act as the guardian of Priya's inherited property. Instead, an adult guardian must be appointed to manage Priya's property until she reaches the age of majority.