Which section of the Indian Trusts Act, 1882 governs investment when trust money cannot be applied immediately or at an early date to the purposes of the trust?
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Which section of the Indian Trusts Act, 1882 governs investment when trust money cannot be applied immediately or at an early date to the purposes of the trust?
Section 18
Section 19
Section 20
Section 21
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C - Section 20
Section 20 governs investment when trust money cannot promptly be used for the trust. Subject to the trust instrument’s directions, the trustee must make investments expressly authorised by the instrument or invest in securities or classes of securities notified by the Central Government. If a person competent to contract is entitled in possession to the trust income for life or a greater estate, the trustee must obtain that person’s written consent.
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