Continuance of proceedings on death of bankrupt
Section 169 of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016 deals with continuance of proceedings on death of bankrupt. If a bankrupt dies, the bankruptcy proceedings shall, continue as if he were alive. The Act was enacted on 28 May 2016.
If a bankrupt dies, the bankruptcy proceedings shall, continue as if he were alive.
Section 169, The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016 (Act 31 of 2016).
Questions about Section 169
What does Section 169 of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code deal with?
Section 169 of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code is headed "Continuance of proceedings on death of bankrupt". If a bankrupt dies, the bankruptcy proceedings shall, continue as if he were alive.
How do I find court cases under Section 169 of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code?
In judgments and charge sheets this section is written several ways, and each form finds a different set of orders. These search the full text of every order eCourtsIndia holds, best matches first: Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code 169, section 169 Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, section 169 of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code. Each opens the full list of orders on eCourtsIndia, where it can be narrowed by court, year and outcome.
When was Section 169 of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code enacted?
Section 169 of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, cited as Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code 169, was enacted on 28 May 2016 as Act 31 of 2016. It is in force as at the date shown on this page.
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