My sister converted to Christianity although my family is Hindu. In the event of my father’s or mother’s demise, how would the succession of assets happen if they did not create a will? —Name withheld on request In the event of the demise of your father or mother without leaving a will, the distribution of … Read more
The active involvement of women in estate planning has always been a grey area. While traditional perceptions are changing, there is still a mind block in the way of giving women a bigger say in estate planning. Let us go back to what the Hindu Succession Act, 1956, says about the property rights of women? … Read more
I am a Hindu father with two daughters and a son, living in Mumbai. I own a house and some land in my hometown. I’ve heard about the changes made by the Hindu Succession (Amendment) Act, 2005, but I’m not sure how they apply to my situation. How can I plan my estate to ensure … Read more