Who is deemed the natural guardian of a Hindu minor boy under the age of five in situations where both parents are still living, per the Hindu Minority and Guardianship Act of 1956?
The father alone, as he is the child's primary protector regardless of age.
The mother alone, given the infant's young age.
Both parents equally, as they co-share parental responsibilities
In the event of the father's absence or inability, the mother comes first.
According to the Hindu Minority and Guardianship Act, the mother comes in second to the father as the natural guardian of a young boy or unmarried girl. Only when the father is not there or is unable to serve as a guardian does the mother take precedence. There are no age-based distinctions made in this provision. hence option d is the correct option