Khosla, J.

1. The only point for decision in this appeal is whether the adopted son succeeds collaterally in his adoptive family.

2. The facts briefly are that Jowala Singh adopted his collateral Hakam Singh while the latter was an infant of about 12 days. The dispute now relates to the property of Jowala Singh, son of Jaimal whose pedigree-table is given below :

DHARMUN

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Jita Lakha Massa

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Jowahar Wisakhi Jaimal Achhru

Singh | | |

| Jowala Singh Jowala Singh Ghasita

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