Provides for appointment of guardians of the person and property of minors, with the welfare of the minor as the guiding principle.
Key provisions
- Section 7 - power to make order as to guardianship
- Section 9 - jurisdiction where the minor ordinarily resides
- Section 17 - matters to be considered - welfare of the minor
- Section 25 - custody of the ward
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