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Wife's share in the husband's self-acquired property after his death


25-Oct-2023 (In Property Law)
My Grandfather (Mother's father) passed away inte-state in 2003, leaving behind 3 sons, 1 daughter (my mom) and wife. My Grandmother (Mother's mother) passed away in 2008. In 2009, 1st son passed away, leaving behind his wife and 2 daughter. In 2012, 2nd son passed away, leaving behing his wife and 1 son & 1 daughter. In 2015, 2nd son's wife passed away, leaving behind 1 son & 1 daughter This yr, in 2017, a petition is being made to divide the property. What would be my mother's share now?
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Answer #1
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the share is calculated as per HIndu succession act. Your mother is entitled to 1/5th share in your father’s property as per the provisions of the Hindu Succession Act. Your cousins will only be entitled to the 1/5th share of their respective parents.

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