In mid-nineteenth century India, under the British rule, monumental changes were introduced in law

Q. In mid-nineteenth century India, under the British rule, monumental changes were introduced in law, for instance that a change in religion did not debar a son from inheriting the property of his heathen father. Such a provision was part of the

(a) The Religious Ability Act 1850

(b) The Religious Disability Act 1850

(c) The Hindu Property Act 1850

(d) The Customs Act

Ans: (b) The Religious Disability Act 1850

 Explanation: In mid-nineteenth century India, under British rule, a monumental change was introduced in law regarding inheritance based on religion. The provision that a change in religion did not debar a son from inheriting the property of his heathen father was part of the (b) The Religious Disability Act 1850. The Religious Disability Act of 1850 aimed to remove religious disabilities in matters of inheritance, succession, and other legal aspects. It ensured that a person’s change in religion would not affect their rights to inherit property or other legal entitlements. This act played a significant role in promoting religious freedom and equality under the British legal system in India.