Ademption pro tanto by testator’s receipt of portion of entire fund of which portion has been specically bequeathed

Q: When did Section 156 of the Indian Succession Act come into force?

Section 156 of the Indian Succession Act, cited as Succession Act 156, came into force on 30 Sep 1925, having been enacted on 30 Sep 1925. It is in force as at the date shown on this page.

In force From 30 Sep 1925 Act 39 of 1925 As on 17 Oct 2026

Act 39 of 1925 Ministry Law and Justice Enacted 30 Sep 1925 In force 30 Sep 1925

Section 156 of the Indian Succession Act, 1925 deals with ademption pro tanto by testator’s receipt of portion of entire fund of which portion has been specically bequeathed. If a portion of an entire fund or stock is specifically bequeathed, the receipt by the testator of a portion of the fund or stock shall operate as an ademption only to the extent of the amount so received; The Act came into force on 30 Sep 1925.

If a portion of an entire fund or stock is specifically bequeathed, the receipt by the testator of a portion of the fund or stock shall operate as an ademption only to the extent of the amount so received; and the residue of the fund or stock shall be applicable to the discharge of the specific legacy.
Illustration
A bequeaths to B one-half of the sum of 10,000 rupees due to him from W. A in his lifetime receives 6,000 rupees, part of the 10,000 rupees. The 4,000 rupees which are due from W to A at the time of his death belong to B under the specific bequest.
Section 156, The Indian Succession Act, 1925 (Act 39 of 1925).

Questions about Section 156

What does Section 156 of the Indian Succession Act deal with?

Section 156 of the Indian Succession Act is headed "Ademption pro tanto by testator’s receipt of portion of entire fund of which portion has been specically bequeathed". If a portion of an entire fund or stock is specifically bequeathed, the receipt by the testator of a portion of the fund or stock shall operate as an ademption only to the extent of the amount so received;

How do I find court cases under Section 156 of the Indian Succession Act?

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When did Section 156 of the Indian Succession Act come into force?

Section 156 of the Indian Succession Act, cited as Succession Act 156, came into force on 30 Sep 1925, having been enacted on 30 Sep 1925. It is in force as at the date shown on this page.

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