Procedure
Section 194 of the Indian Succession Act, 1925 deals with procedure. If the District Judge is satisfied that there is sufficient ground for believing as aforesaid but not otherwise, he shall summon the party complained of, and give notice of vacant or disturbed possession by publication, and, after the expiration of a reasonable time, shall determine summarily the ri The Act came into force on 30 Sep 1925.
If the District Judge is satisfied that there is sufficient ground for believing as aforesaid but not otherwise, he shall summon the party complained of, and give notice of vacant or disturbed possession by publication, and, after the expiration of a reasonable time, shall determine summarily the right to possession (subject to a suit as hereinafter provided) and shall deliver possession accordingly.
Provided that the Judge shall have the power to appoint an officer who shall take an inventory of effects, and seal or otherwise secure the same, upon being applied to for the purpose, without delay, whether he shall have concluded the inquiry necessary for summoning the party complained of or not.
Section 194, The Indian Succession Act, 1925 (Act 39 of 1925).
Questions about Section 194
What does Section 194 of the Indian Succession Act deal with?
Section 194 of the Indian Succession Act is headed "Procedure". If the District Judge is satisfied that there is sufficient ground for believing as aforesaid but not otherwise, he shall summon the party complained of, and give notice of vacant or disturbed possession by publication, and, after the expiration of a reasonable time, shall determine summarily the ri
How do I find court cases under Section 194 of the Indian Succession Act?
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When did Section 194 of the Indian Succession Act come into force?
Section 194 of the Indian Succession Act, cited as Succession Act 194, 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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