There are two schools of law for property rights, out of which Dayabhaga is adopted in ___________ states.

The correct answer is - Bengal and Assam Key Points Dayabhaga School of Law The Dayabhaga school is one of the two principal schools of Hindu law dealing with property rights in India. It is primarily followed in the states of Bengal and Assam. Dayabhaga law focuses on the right to property accruing after the death of the father, as opposed to Mitakshara law which grants rights by birth. Additional Information Bengal Historically significant in adopting the Dayabhaga school, which was developed by Jimutavahana in the 12th century. Assam Follows the Dayabhaga school due to historical and cultural influences from Bengal. Bihar and Odisha These states predominantly follow the Mitakshara school of Hindu law, which is the other principal school of Hindu law.