New Delhi: The Supreme Court Wednesday appealed to all Hindu women to make a will of their property, especially if it is self-acquired, to ensure the assets are distributed according to their choice and avoid litigation between their parents and in-laws.

A bench led by Justice B.V. Nagarathna mentioned the appeal in its order while dismissing a public interest litigation (PIL) challenging section 15(1) of the Hindu Succession Act, 1956.

“We appeal to all women and particularly all Hindu women irrespective of their age who are likely to be in position of Section 15(1) of the Hindu Succession Act, 1956 to take immediate steps to make a testament or will bequeathing their properties including their self-acquired properties in accordance with section 30 of the Hindu Succession Act

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