A legacy is bequeathed to A for life, after A's death to B, and "in case of B's death without children"…
Illustration (iv) to section 124 says the words mean "in case B dies without children during the lifetime of A". Since the will names no time for the event, section 124…
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A legacy is bequeathed to A for life, after A's death to B, and "in case of B's death without children" to C. How are the quoted words to be understood under section 124 of the Indian Succession Act, 1925?
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Correct answer D
Illustration (iv) to section 124 says the words mean "in case B dies without children during the lifetime of A". Since the will names no time for the event, section 124 requires it to happen before the fund is payable or distributable. B's share is distributable on A's death, so only a childless death before then sends the legacy to C.