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Directions: The question consists of two statements, one labelled as Principle(s) and the other as Facts. You are to examine the principles and apply them to the given facts carefully and select the best option.
Principles:
1. Property of a Christian male dying intestate is inherited by his wife and daughters and if all of them are alive, then it will be shared equally among them.
2. Property does not include any legal obligation on part of dying Christian male, especially debt associated with his property and investment made in his assets.
Facts: Dennis is a Christian. Dennis got funded handsomely for his new venture by Angel Investors, so that he can develop his product. He was married to Salma and had a son named Raju from her. Dennis passed away in a railway accident weeks later. His wife was sued for returning the investment money by Angel Investors.
Decide.
  • a)
    She is liable to return the money to Angel Investors as per the above-stated principle.
  • b)
    She is not liable to return the money to Angel Investors as per the above-stated principle.
  • c)
    The investment was not an inherited property and thus, she is not liable to return it to Angel Investors.
  • d)
    She is liable to return the money as a legal heir of Dennis.
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
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Investment money was a legal obligation on part of Dennis and not on his wife. Investment is not a part of Dennis's estate. Hence, she is not liable to pay.
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