Central Act
The Hindu Minority and Guardianship Act, 1956
An Act to amend and codify certain parts of the law relating to minority and guardianship among Hindus.
| Act number | 32 of 1956 |
|---|---|
| Enacted | 1956-08-25 |
| In force from | 1956-08-25 |
| Ministry | Ministry of Law and Justice |
| Department | Legislative Department |
| Sections | 13 |
| Section text held | Registry entry; certified PDF held |
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Questions this page answers
When did the The Hindu Minority and Guardianship Act, 1956 come into force?
It came into force on 1956-08-25, having been enacted on 1956-08-25.
Which ministry administers it?
The Ministry of Law and Justice (Legislative Department).
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