The Draft Hindu Code Bill by Dr. B. R. Ambedkar along with the then existing Hindu Code as amended by the Select Committee

164 DR. BABASAHEB AMBEDKAR : WRITINGS AND SPEECHES

(117A)

105. Computation of degrees. —(1) For the purposes of determining the order of succession amongst agnates or cognates, relationship shall be reckoned from the intestate to the heir in terms of degrees of ascent, or degrees of descent, or both, as the case may be.

(2) Degrees of ascent and degrees of descent shall be computed exclusive of the intestate.

(3) Every generation constitutes a degree either ascending or descending.

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