Hindu Succession (Amendment) Act, 2005

The Hindu Succession (Amendment) Act, 2005, an amendment to the Hindu Succession Act, 1956, received the assent from President of India on 5 September 2005 and was given effect from 9 September 2005. It was essentially meant for removing gender stereotype provisions regarding property rights in the Hindu Succession Act, 1956. It was a revolutionary step in the field of Indian legislation regarding rights of women in India.

The Hindu Succession (Amendment) Act, 2005
Parliament of India
Long title
  • An Act to further amend the Hindu Succession Act, 1956
CitationAct No. 39 of 2005
Enacted byParliament of India
Assented to5 September 2005
Commenced9 September 2005
Codification
Acts amendedHindu Succession Act, 1956
Status: In force
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