Coparceners are individuals who have a right to inherit ancestral property under Hindu law. They are typically male descendants of a common ancestor and have equal rights to the property. The coparcenary is a form of joint family property ownership, where each coparcener has an undivided interest in the property. The coparcenary rights can be acquired by birth or adoption, and the coparceners have the power to alienate or partition the property. However, the rights of coparceners have been subject to various legal reforms and amendments over time.
A coparcener is a person who inherits ancestral property by birth in a Hindu Undivided Family (HUF). They have equal rights and liabilities in the property.
Any male member of a Hindu Undivided Family can be a coparcener. However, with the amendment of the Hindu Succession Act in 2005, daughters are also considered coparceners.
While all coparceners are members of a HUF, not all members are coparceners. Coparceners have a birthright to inherit ancestral property, whereas other members may have acquired their share through other means.
Yes, a coparcener can sell their share of the ancestral property. However, they cannot sell the entire property without the consent of other coparceners.
No, a coparcener cannot be excluded from the ancestral property. They have an equal right to the property and cannot be deprived of their share without their consent.
Yes, a coparcener can be a minor. However, their share in the ancestral property will be held in trust until they attain majority.
Yes, a coparcener can be adopted. The adopted child becomes a coparcener with equal rights in the ancestral property.
No, a coparcener cannot be removed from the ancestral property. They have an equal right to the property and cannot be deprived of their share without their consent.
Yes, a coparcener can claim partition of the ancestral property. They have the right to demand a division of the property and receive their share separately.
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This glossary post was last updated: 5th April 2024.
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