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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?

 

Option: 1

The father alone, as he is the child's primary protector regardless of age.


Option: 2

The mother alone, given the infant's young age.


Option: 3

Both parents equally, as they co-share parental responsibilities


Option: 4

In the event of the father's absence or inability, the mother comes first.


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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

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