Section 12 of HMGA : Section 12: Guardian Not To Be Appointed For Minors Undivided Interest In Joint Family Property
The Hindu Minority and Guardianship Act, 1956
Where a minor has an undivided interest in joint family property and the property is under the management of an adult member of the family, no guardian shall be appointed for the minor in respect of such undivided interest:
Provided that nothing in this section shall be deemed to affect the jurisdiction of a High Court to appoint a guardian in respect of such interest.
Simplified Act
If a child (who is not yet an adult) is part of a Hindu family and has a share in the family's joint prope...
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Explanation using Example
Imagine a scenario where a 10-year-old boy, Rahul, is a member of a Hindu undivided family. His father passed away, leaving Rahul with an undivided interest in the family's ances...
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