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Debts have an important role in Hindu law, particularly regarding the responsibilities of a son to clear his father's debts. This is guided by the Doctrine of Pious Obligation, a unique principle in Hindu jurisprudence. This doctrine highlights a son's moral and spiritual duty to repay his father's debts to ensure their spiritual salvation. This responsibility extends beyond just the son; it includes the grandson and great-grandson as well, as they all inherit property rights by birth.
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