Apni Law Staff asked 2 years ago
My mother-in-law, widowed at 26 with four daughters, inherited 10 acres of land from her in-laws, worth around ₹5 to 6 crores. Her eldest daughter remained unmarried due to a disability, while the youngest was divorced after two years, raising their son with her mother. I’m married to the third daughter, living in Delhi. Recently, she sold 5 acres of the inherited land without consulting us. Can she legally dispose of this property or make a will without involving her daughters?
Best Answer
Apni Law Staff answered 2 years ago
Under Indian law, your mother-in-law has the right to dispose of her property, including making a will, without needing consent from her daughters. However, as the property was inherited, the daughters have a claim to it under the Hindu Succession Act. Your wife could challenge the sale if she believes it wasn’t conducted fairly or if her interests were not considered.
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