Under the Inheritance Act 1975, what standard applies to a claim by a surviving spouse?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. Reasonable financial provision, whether or not it is required for maintenance, having regard to a divorce-type standard
- Step 1: Section 1(2)(a) sets a higher standard for spouses and civil partners.
- Step 2: Other applicants such as adult children must show reasonable provision for maintenance.
Answer
Reasonable financial provision, whether or not it is required for maintenance, having regard to a divorce-type standard.
Why not the others: Maintenance is the standard for non-spouses; nominal provision is not the rule; there is no automatic half.
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