Section 13 of RPWD Act, 2016 : Section 13: Legal Capacity

Explanation using Example

Example: Rita is an individual with a physical disability. She wishes to purchase a home and requires a mortgage to finance it. Under Section 13(1) of The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, Rita has the right to access bank loans and mortgages just like anyone else. The bank cannot deny her application solely on the basis of her disability and must provide her with the necessary accommodations to complete the transaction.

In another scenario, under Section 13(2), if Rita wants to enter into a legal contract, her disability cannot be used as a reason to question her legal ca...

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