A bequeaths to B 100 rupees, to be paid to him at the death of C. A dies, and then B dies before C. Who…
Illustration (i) to section 119 holds that on A's death the legacy is "vested in interest in B, and if he dies before C, his representatives are entitled to the legacy."…
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A bequeaths to B 100 rupees, to be paid to him at the death of C. A dies, and then B dies before C. Who is entitled to the 100 rupees when C dies?
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Correct answer B
Illustration (i) to section 119 holds that on A's death the legacy is "vested in interest in B, and if he dies before C, his representatives are entitled to the legacy." Postponing payment to a future certain event does not delay vesting, unless the will shows a contrary intention. So B's death before the payment date does not cause a lapse.