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Any person, lawfully entrusted with the care or custody of minor or other by a Court is called ________________?

Correct answer: B. Lawful guardian

  • A. Natural guardian
  • B. Lawful guardian
  • C. None of the above
  • D. None of these

Explanation

Under the PPC, a person lawfully entrusted by a court with the care or custody of a minor or other person is a lawful guardian. Natural guardianship arises from family relationship, not court entrustment.

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