Questions and Answers
What does Riwajnama primarily transfer?
Which of the following is NOT a subject of Riwajnama?
Which option accurately describes the scope of the Riwajnama custom?
Riwajnama is a custom associated with which type of ownership transfer?
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What is the primary focus of the Riwajnama custom?
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Study Notes
Riwajnama Custom
- Riwajnama refers to a cultural practice associated with inheritance and property rights in certain communities.
- Specifically relates to the transfer of ownership when a husband passes away.
- Generally denotes the concept of transferring rights to a widow's ownership.
Key Ownership Transfer
- Ownership of a widow typically reverts to the family of the deceased husband.
- Ensures that the deceased husband's lineage retains control over familial assets.
- Highlights issues of gender and property rights within specific cultural contexts.
Options of Ownership Transfer
- The options listed include various types of assets, emphasizing different facets of ownership:
- A. Ownership of a widow to the family
- B. Ownership of land
- C. Ownership of cattle
- D. Ownership of agrarian land
Implications
- The practice raises important discussions about the rights of widows and the impact on family structures.
- Reflects historical and cultural norms that govern inheritance and property distribution.
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Description
Test your knowledge on the cultural practice of Riwajnama, which involves the inheritance and property rights of widows. This quiz explores the transfer of ownership following a husband's death and the implications for both widows and family structures. Delve into the nuances of gender and property rights in specific communities.
