Section 27 of The Oudh Estates Act, 1869
In the case of unmarried daughters of the deceased, widows of his sons and brothers, and his widows not of his ahli·bradari, the maximum amount of the annuity shall be a sum not more than 360 rupees.
Summary
- This rule sets a fixed maximum limit for yearly maintenance payments for a specific group of female relatives.
- The group includes the deceased owner's unmarried daughters, the widows of his sons, and the widows of his brothers.
- It also includes "inferior widows," which refers to widows of the deceased who do not belong to his specific community or family group (ahl-i-bradari).
- The absolute highest amount any person in these categories can receive is 360 rupees per year.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. What is an inferior widow under this law?
It refers to a widow of the estate owner who does not belong to the same community or brotherhood group (ahl-i-bradari) as her deceased husband.
2. Can a married daughter claim the 360-rupee payment?
The text specifically names unmarried daughters, so married daughters are not granted this specific allowance under this rule.
3. Does a son's widow get more money than a brother's widow?
No, widows of sons and widows of brothers are grouped together and are both subject to the exact same 360-rupee maximum.
Test yourself
Q1.Which of the following individuals is explicitly capped at a maximum annuity of 360 rupees under Section 27 of The Oudh Estates Act, 1869?
Q2.Section 27 of The Oudh Estates Act, 1869 specifies a maximum annuity of 360 rupees. Which type of daughter is specifically named as being eligible for this limit?
Q3.Section 27 of The Oudh Estates Act, 1869 mentions "widows not of his ahl-i-bradari". According to the structure of the section, what maximum financial limit applies to these specific widows?
Q4.Section 27 of The Oudh Estates Act, 1869 limits an inferior widow to a maximum annuity of 360 rupees. How does this differ from the rules for a junior widow under the earlier Section 25?