Distinguish between a Joint Hindu family business and partnership.

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Difference between Joint Hindu family business and Partnership

Basis of difference

Joint Hindu Family Business

Partnership

Governance

Governed by the Hindu law.

Governed by Partnership Act, 1932.

Liability

The head has unlimited liability, while the liabilities of other members are limited to the extent of their share in the business.

All the partners have unlimited liability.

Decision making and control

The karta is responsible for the management and control of the business.

All the partners jointly manage and control the firm.

Number of members

Minimum: 2

Maximum: No limit

Minimum: 2

Maximum: 10 for the banking business and 20 for other businesses

Minor

Minors can be members.

Minors cannot be members.

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Difference between Joint Hindu family business and Partnership
Basis of difference	Joint Hindu Family Business	Partnership
Governance	Governed by the Hindu law.	Governed by Partnership Act, 1932.
Liability	The head has unlimited liability, while the liabilities of other members are limited to the extent of their share in the business.	All the partners have unlimited liability.
Decision making and control	The karta is responsible for the management and control of the business.	All the partners jointly manage and control the firm.
Number of members	Minimum: 2 Maximum: No limit	Minimum: 2 Maximum: 10 for the banking business and 20 for other businesses
Minor	Minors can be members.	Minors cannot be members.