icon Does adopted son have any rights on biological parents property.

Hello sir does adoption have any rights on the biological parents property? As the adopted son got all the properties from the adopted parents and distributed to his two daughters and now he is claimi

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4 months ago


A. Dear Sir,
If legally adopted then such child has only legal rights over the properties of adopted parents and he lose all rights over the properties of biological parents.

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icon Adoption in India

Hi, Can I & my husband with 4+ years of stable marriage with good income & assets adopt a child? We have a pet dog who we love and are not willing to abandon. Please share some insight on this.

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5 months ago


A. Dear Client,

According to Indian adoption laws, you can certainly consider adopting a child if you meet the eligibility criteria. You must be:
1) A couple with a stable marriage for at least two years.
2) Financially stable and capable of providing for the child's needs.
3) In good health, both physically and mentally.
4) Above the age of 25 years.
5) The age difference between the child and the younger parent should not be less than 25 years.

Having a pet dog is not typically a hindranc ...ReadMore

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icon Adopted child

I am a widow. A couple gave their 5th child for adoption due to their poverty. I also want to adopt so will it be enough for me and the child's parents to prepare the adoption deed through a lawyer

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5 months ago


A. Dear Client,

In India, adoption is primarily governed by the Hindu Adoption and Maintenance Act, 1956, and the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015. Typically, a home study is conducted by a qualified social worker to assess the suitability of your home and family for adoption. This process helps ensure that the child's best interests are protected. Work with an adoption lawyer to prepare the necessary legal documentation, including an adoption deed or adoption agreement ...ReadMore

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icon How to cancel the adoption if Adopted mother is not intrested.

After the immediate adoption of a 37 year old male ( registered), one of the adopted parent (Father) expired with in a week. Now the adopted mother is not willing to proceed further with the adoption.

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6 months ago


A. Dear Client,
In general, the cancellation or annulment of an adoption may require a court order. The exact process and requirements can vary by jurisdiction. Here are some steps you might consider:

Consult with an Attorney: Reach out to a family law attorney who specializes in adoption and family matters. They can guide you through the legal process in your specific jurisdiction.

Review Adoption Laws: Your attorney will help you understand the adoption laws in your area. It's essential to be a ...ReadMore

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icon cancellation of the registered adoption deed

Is the natural brother an essential party to the case of cancellation of the registered adoption deed? Please also inform about the decisions passed by the Supreme Court of India or high courts in thi

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6 months ago


A. Dear client,
As per HIndu Adoptions and Maintenance Act, 1956, Sec 15, No adoption which has been validly made can be cancelled by the adoptive father or mother or any other person, nor can be adopted child renounce his or her status as such and return to the family of his or her birth. So, valid adoption cannot be cancelled.

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icon Adoption from known person

How to legally adopt from a known person who because of family economic situation is willing to surrender the child but only if it goes to the adoptive parents directly and not to any agency or instit

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7 months ago


A. Dear client,
If you adopt from his biological parents then registered adoption deed is fine.
If from guardians then take permission from court under Hindu Guardians and Adoption Act.
You have to approach Civil Court for application of adoption of child.
It depends child is Male or female. Rules of adoption is different while adopting Male or female.
The age of child is also important facts while considering adoption process by the Court.

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icon Adopting an adult person

I am 62 years old and would like to legally adopt an adult female 29 years old as my daughter

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7 months ago


A. Hi client,
The following conditions must be adhered-
1. You do not have a daughter
2. You are not a adoptive parent to the daughter of your son.
3. You are 21 years elder to the daughter.

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Can a child be declared as Legally free for adoption without the consent of biological parents if biological parents of a child has been traced out

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7 months ago


A. Dear client,
This basically depends on whether the biological parents are there in the picture or not. If they are missing, you don't need their consent

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icon Disruption process

What is the disruption process in case of child adopted from a different state within India.

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8 months ago


A. Dear client,

Legal Adoption Process: Before discussing the disruption process, it's essential to understand the legal adoption process. Adoption is governed by the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015, and the Central Adoption Resource Authority (CARA) guidelines. Prospective adoptive parents need to follow these guidelines, which include registration with the adoption agency, background checks, home study, and matching with a child.

Disruption: Disruption is an unfortu ...ReadMore

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MY FATHER HAS GIVEN HIS EIDER SON TO HIS OWN BROTHER IN 1960 AS ADOPTED SON .BUT THIS WAS NOT MADE PAPERS .MY FATHER WAS EXPIRED MY MOTHER WAS ALIVE .RECENTLY HE MADE A SUIT ON MY PROPERTY .W

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8 months ago


A. Dear client,
One of the main ingredients of a successful adoption is to legalise it on paper. However, as this is not done, he still has a claim over your property.
The Apex Court ruled in Ram Das v. Gandiabai, which was a property dispute case, that merely because the stepfather paid the stepson’s expenditures did not establish adoption. As a result, the son continue as a part of his father’s family and was entitled to inherit from it.

An adopted child acquires all of the rights and benefi ...ReadMore

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