Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in India
I am given to understand that probate in respect of transfer of property which is already included in the will of the deceased is applicable only in METROPOLITAN CITIES of INDIA ( DELHI, CHENNAI, KOLKATA & MUMBAI). In all areas other than those mentioned here, this is not mandatory.
I would like to know the law (with section details) which states the above
Asked on 3/05/14, 8:38 pm
2 Answers from Attorneys
You can go through the bare act if you want to understand the sections in detail.
Answered on 3/05/14, 9:29 pm
Fca Prashant Chavan
Expert Edge LLP
24.03.2014
Dear Sir / Madam,
The rule regarding Probate to be obtained from the Court on a Will is uniform across the Union of India. (Section 374 of the Indian Succession Act).
Regards,
Answered on 3/23/14, 9:34 pm