Mode of computing of degrees of kindred
Section 28 of the Indian Succession Act, 1925 deals with mode of computing of degrees of kindred. Degrees of kindred are computed in the manner set forth in the table of kindred set out in Schedule I. The Act came into force on 30 Sep 1925.
Degrees of kindred are computed in the manner set forth in the table of kindred set out in Schedule I.
Illustrations
(i) The person whose relatives are to be reckoned, and his cousin-german, or first cousin, are, as shown in the table, related in the fourth degree; there being one degree of ascent to the father, and another to the common ancestor, the grandfather; and from him one of descent to the uncle, and another to the cousin-german, making in all four degrees.
(ii) A grandson of the brother and a son of the uncle, i.e., a great-nephew and a cousin-german, are in equal degree, being each four degrees removed.
(iii) A grandson of a cousin-german is in the same degree as the grandson of a great-uncle, for they are both in the sixth degree of kindred.
Section 28, The Indian Succession Act, 1925 (Act 39 of 1925).
Questions about Section 28
What does Section 28 of the Indian Succession Act deal with?
Section 28 of the Indian Succession Act is headed "Mode of computing of degrees of kindred". Degrees of kindred are computed in the manner set forth in the table of kindred set out in Schedule I.
How do I find court cases under Section 28 of the Indian Succession Act?
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: Succession Act 28, section 28 Succession Act, section 28 of the Indian Succession Act. Each opens the full list of orders on eCourtsIndia, where it can be narrowed by court, year and outcome.
When did Section 28 of the Indian Succession Act come into force?
Section 28 of the Indian Succession Act, cited as Succession Act 28, 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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