General powers of administration
Section 308 of the Indian Succession Act, 1925 deals with general powers of administration. An executor or administrator may, in addition to, and not in derogation of any other powers of expenditure lawfully exercisable by him, incur expenditure-- (a) on such acts as may be necessary for the proper care or management of any property belonging to any estate administered by him; The Act came into force on 30 Sep 1925.
An executor or administrator may, in addition to, and not in derogation of any other powers of expenditure lawfully exercisable by him, incur expenditure--
(a) on such acts as may be necessary for the proper care or management of any property belonging to any estate administered by him; and
(b) with the sanction of the High Court, on such religious, charitable and other objects, and on such improvements, as may be reasonable and proper in the case of such property.
Section 308, The Indian Succession Act, 1925 (Act 39 of 1925).
Questions about Section 308
What does Section 308 of the Indian Succession Act deal with?
Section 308 of the Indian Succession Act is headed "General powers of administration". An executor or administrator may, in addition to, and not in derogation of any other powers of expenditure lawfully exercisable by him, incur expenditure-- (a) on such acts as may be necessary for the proper care or management of any property belonging to any estate administered by him;
How do I find court cases under Section 308 of the Indian Succession Act?
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When did Section 308 of the Indian Succession Act come into force?
Section 308 of the Indian Succession Act, cited as Succession Act 308, 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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