Section 23 of The Hindu Succession Act, 1956
[Special provision respecting dwelling-houses.]Omitted by the Hindu Succession (Amendment) Act, 2005 (39 of 2005), s. 4 (w.e.f. 9-9-2005).
Summary
- This section has been completely omitted from the Hindu Succession Act, 1956.
- It was omitted by Section 4 of the Hindu Succession (Amendment) Act, 2005.
- The omission of this section took effect on September 9, 2005.
- Before it was omitted, Section 23 was a special provision respecting dwelling-houses.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. What is the current legal status of Section 23 of the Hindu Succession Act, 1956?
Section 23 of the Hindu Succession Act, 1956 has been completely omitted from the Act and is no longer part of active law.
2. Which amendment deleted Section 23 of the Hindu Succession Act, 1956?
Section 23 of the Hindu Succession Act, 1956 was omitted by Section 4 of the Hindu Succession (Amendment) Act, 2005.
3. When did the deletion of Section 23 of the Hindu Succession Act, 1956 come into force?
The omission of Section 23 of the Hindu Succession Act, 1956 became effective on September 9, 2005.
4. What was the title or subject of Section 23 of the Hindu Succession Act, 1956 before it was deleted?
Before it was deleted, Section 23 of the Hindu Succession Act, 1956 was titled Special provision respecting dwelling-houses.
Test yourself
Q1.Under the Hindu Succession Act, 1956, what is the current active status of Section 23?
Q2.Which section of the Hindu Succession (Amendment) Act, 2005 omitted Section 23 of the Hindu Succession Act, 1956?
Q3.On what date did the omission of Section 23 of the Hindu Succession Act, 1956 become effective?
Q4.What was the original heading of Section 23 of the Hindu Succession Act, 1956 prior to its deletion?