# The Indian Succession Act, 1925, Section 127: Bequest upon illegal or immoral condition

- Act: The Indian Succession Act, 1925 (Act 39 of 1925)
- In force from: 1925-09-30
- Ministry: Ministry of Law and Justice
- Source URL: https://indiacode.ecourtsindia.com/succession-act/section/127/

## Text

A bequest upon a condition, the fulfilment of which would be contrary to law or to morality is void. Illustrations (i) A bequeaths 500 rupees to B on condition that he shall murder C. The bequest is void. (ii) A bequeaths 5,000 rupees to his niece if she will desert her husband. The bequest is void.

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