Hindu Minority & Guardianship Act, 1956 with State Amendments

This authoritative edition compiles the Hindu Minority & Guardianship Act, 1956, along with relevant State Amendments, offering a complete framework for understanding guardianship and custody under Hindu personal law. The Act defines a minor’s legal status, identifies natural guardians for boys, girls and married minors, and lays down rules governing the care, welfare and property management of Hindu minors. This volume also examines the rights and limitations of guardians, the powers of testamentary guardians, and the oversight authority of the courts in regulating or removing guardians where necessary. Clear formatting, logical structure and concise editorial notes make it easy to locate specific provisions related to minor’s property, welfare standards, fiduciary duties, and prohibitions on transferring or encumbering minor assets without court approval. State Amendments are integrated for accurate, region-specific legal understanding, ensuring reliability for practice and study. The book also highlights the Act’s connection to the Guardians and Wards Act, 1890, which continues to operate as a supplementary law. Ideal for Family Court practice, academic study and examination preparation, this edition is an essential reference for lawyers, judges, legal researchers and students seeking clarity on guardianship and minor welfare issues within Hindu personal law.