Who are class 3 heirs?
Date : 09 Dec, 2024
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Who are class 3 heirs?
Class 3 heirs represent a specific category under inheritance law in India, as defined by the Hindu Succession Act, 1956. These heirs are entitled to inherit the property of a deceased individual only if no Class 1 or Class 2 heirs are available.
The Class 3 heirs include the following relatives of the deceased:
- Father
- Son's daughter (granddaughter)
- Daughter's daughter (granddaughter)
- Son's son (grandson)
- Daughter's son (grandson)
- Brother
- Sister
To provide context:
- Class 1 heirs are immediate family members, such as the spouse, children, and mother, who take precedence in inheritance.
- Class 2 heirs include other relatives like the father, siblings, and extended family members, but they inherit only if no Class 1 heirs are present.
Understanding these classifications is crucial for determining how an estate is distributed upon an individual's death.
