Hindu Minority and Guardianship Act, 1956

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Hindu Minority and Guardianship Act, 1956
Parliament of India
Enacted by	Parliament of India
Assented to	1955
Commenced	1956
Summary
Act related to the guardianship of Hindus, as per Hindu Code Bills.
Status: In force

The Hindu Minority and Guardianship Act was established in 1956 as part of the Hindu Code Bills. Three other important acts were also created during this time and they include the Hindu Marriage Act (1955), the Hindu Succession Act (1956), and the Hindu Adoptions and Maintenance Act (1956). All of these acts were put forth under the leadership of Jawaharlal Nehru, and were meant to modernize the then current Hindu legal tradition. The Hindu Minority and Guardianship Act of 1956 was meant to enhance the Guardians and Wards Act of 1890, not serve as its replacement. This act specifically serves to define guardianship relationships between adults and minors, as well as between people of all ages and their respective property.