With reference to Ancient India according to Manu 1 Father could not give his wealth to daughter as ...........

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With reference to Ancient India, according to Manu

1. Father could not give his wealth to daughter as a gift.

2. Mother’s wealth would pass to the daughters.

3. Women could receive wealth in Adhyavahanika.

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Explanation:

Statement 1: Manu did not project that daughters are not the natural heirs of their fathers, but the father was at liberty to give wealth to daughter as gift. Manu also refers to the putrika or daughter’s son functioning as an heir for a sonless father.
Statement 2: The mother’s wealth would pass to the daughters, according to the MS.The different occasions in the MS when gifts can be given to the daughter, over which she has right were:Adhyagni – before the nuptial fire;Adhyavahanika – in the bridal procession;Pritidatta – out of love; Bhratrimatripitripraptam- received from brother, mother, father.