Under section 62 of the Indian Succession Act, 1925, who has the power to revoke or alter a will?
Section 62 reserves revocation or alteration to the maker while competent to dispose of property by will. Neither appointment as executor nor a benefit under the will…
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Under section 62 of the Indian Succession Act, 1925, who has the power to revoke or alter a will?
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Correct answer A
Section 62 reserves revocation or alteration to the maker while competent to dispose of property by will. Neither appointment as executor nor a benefit under the will confers the maker’s power.
Option feedback
Option A
The testator made the will and retains the section 62 power while competent to dispose of property by will.
Option B
A legatee’s interest under the will gives no power to revoke or alter it under section 62.
Option C
An executor administers the estate. Section 62 gives the power to the maker of the will.
Option D
Joint action by an executor and legatee does not transfer the testator’s power to them.
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