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Parsi Succession Laws

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Which of the following is not a class I heir under the Parsi Succession Act, 1986?

  1. Surviving spouse

  2. Children

  3. Parents

  4. Siblings

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Siblings are not included in the class I heirs under the Parsi Succession Act, 1986.

In the absence of class I heirs, who inherits the property of a Parsi intestate?

  1. Class II heirs

  2. Class III heirs

  3. Government

  4. Charity

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In the absence of class I heirs, the property of a Parsi intestate is inherited by class II heirs.

Who are included in the class II heirs under the Parsi Succession Act, 1986?

  1. Grandparents

  2. Uncles and aunts

  3. Cousins

  4. Nephews and nieces

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Correct Option:
Explanation:

Class II heirs under the Parsi Succession Act, 1986 include grandparents, uncles and aunts, cousins, and nephews and nieces.

In the absence of class I and class II heirs, who inherits the property of a Parsi intestate?

  1. Class III heirs

  2. Government

  3. Charity

  4. None of the above

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In the absence of class I and class II heirs, the property of a Parsi intestate is inherited by class III heirs.

Who are included in the class III heirs under the Parsi Succession Act, 1986?

  1. Strangers

  2. Charity

  3. Government

  4. None of the above

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Class III heirs under the Parsi Succession Act, 1986 include strangers.

What is the rule of representation in the context of Parsi succession?

  1. Per stirpes

  2. Per capita

  3. Both per stirpes and per capita

  4. None of the above

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The rule of representation in the context of Parsi succession is per stirpes.

What is the effect of a will on the distribution of property under the Parsi Succession Act, 1986?

  1. It overrides the rules of intestacy

  2. It is void

  3. It is valid only if it is registered

  4. None of the above

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A will overrides the rules of intestacy under the Parsi Succession Act, 1986.

Who can make a will under the Parsi Succession Act, 1986?

  1. Any person who is of sound mind and not less than 18 years of age

  2. Any person who is of sound mind and not less than 21 years of age

  3. Any person who is of sound mind and not less than 16 years of age

  4. None of the above

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Under the Parsi Succession Act, 1986, any person who is of sound mind and not less than 18 years of age can make a will.

What are the formalities required for a valid will under the Parsi Succession Act, 1986?

  1. It must be in writing

  2. It must be signed by the testator

  3. It must be attested by two witnesses

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A valid will under the Parsi Succession Act, 1986 must be in writing, signed by the testator, and attested by two witnesses.

What is the effect of a codicil on a will?

  1. It modifies or revokes the will

  2. It is a separate document

  3. It is incorporated into the will

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A codicil modifies or revokes the will, is a separate document, and is incorporated into the will.

What is the rule against perpetuities in the context of Parsi succession?

  1. No interest in land can be created to vest more than 21 years after the death of the testator

  2. No interest in land can be created to vest more than 100 years after the death of the testator

  3. No interest in land can be created to vest more than 50 years after the death of the testator

  4. None of the above

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The rule against perpetuities in the context of Parsi succession states that no interest in land can be created to vest more than 21 years after the death of the testator.

What is the effect of a gift made in contemplation of death under the Parsi Succession Act, 1986?

  1. It is void

  2. It is valid if it is made more than 6 months before death

  3. It is valid if it is made more than 1 year before death

  4. None of the above

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

A gift made in contemplation of death is valid under the Parsi Succession Act, 1986 if it is made more than 6 months before death.

What is the law of escheat in the context of Parsi succession?

  1. The property of a Parsi intestate without heirs escheats to the government

  2. The property of a Parsi intestate without heirs escheats to the charity

  3. The property of a Parsi intestate without heirs escheats to the community

  4. None of the above

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The law of escheat in the context of Parsi succession states that the property of a Parsi intestate without heirs escheats to the government.

What is the difference between a legacy and a devise?

  1. A legacy is a gift of personal property, while a devise is a gift of real property

  2. A legacy is a gift of money, while a devise is a gift of land

  3. A legacy is a gift of movable property, while a devise is a gift of immovable property

  4. None of the above

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A legacy is a gift of personal property, while a devise is a gift of real property.

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