Probate of copy where original exists
Section 239 of the Indian Succession Act, 1925 deals with probate of copy where original exists. When the will is in the possession of a person residing out of the State in which application for probate is made, who has refused or neglected to deliver it up, but a copy has been transmitted to the executor, and it is necessary for the interests of the estate that probate should be granted withou The Act came into force on 30 Sep 1925.
When the will is in the possession of a person residing out of the State in which application for probate is made, who has refused or neglected to deliver it up, but a copy has been transmitted to the executor, and it is necessary for the interests of the estate that probate should be granted without waiting for the arrival of the original, probate may be granted of the copy so transmitted, limited until the will or an authenticated copy of it is produced.
Section 239, The Indian Succession Act, 1925 (Act 39 of 1925).
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Questions about Section 239
What does Section 239 of the Indian Succession Act deal with?
Section 239 of the Indian Succession Act is headed "Probate of copy where original exists". When the will is in the possession of a person residing out of the State in which application for probate is made, who has refused or neglected to deliver it up, but a copy has been transmitted to the executor, and it is necessary for the interests of the estate that probate should be granted withou
How do I find court cases under Section 239 of the Indian Succession Act?
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What should I read with Section 239 of the Indian Succession Act, and has it changed?
1 other provision in this corpus refers back to it.
When did Section 239 of the Indian Succession Act come into force?
Section 239 of the Indian Succession Act, cited as Succession Act 239, 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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- 114. Rule against perpetuity469 words
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