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Question

Sapinda Relationship', which prohibits marriage among Hindus with near relatives on paternal and maternal sides, is based on the principle of

The correct answer is
Polygamy

Sapinda Relationship Explained

The 'Sapinda Relationship' identifies close blood relatives, descending from a common ancestor on both paternal and maternal sides within specific degrees.

Marriage Prohibition Rule

In Hindu tradition, marriage is prohibited between individuals who are within the defined Sapinda Relationship.

This prohibition is based on the principle of Polygamy.

Understanding Polygamy Principle

Polygamy is a marriage practice involving more than one spouse at the same time.

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Important Questions from Hindu Law

  1. What is the guiding principle of inheritance under Mitakshara?
  2. Match the LIST-I with LIST-II
    LIST-I HeirsLIST-II Succession Categories
    A. Paternal Aunt's SonI. Class II
    B. Daughter's Son's daughterII. Cognate
    C. Paternal Uncle's daughterIII. Class I
    D. Daughter of a predeceased SonIV. Agnate

    Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
  3. H and W are married, H filed petition for divorce that was granted in his favour by the family court, when H cannot remarry again?
  4. Which one of the following Reports of the Law Commission of India supported/recommended the inclusion of irretrievable breakdown of marriage as a ground for divorce?
  5. Identify the correct statement from the following :
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