The Indian Succession Act, 1925

The Indian Succession Act, 1925 is a comprehensive legislation that deals with the laws of succession and inheritance in India. It lays down the provisions for the distribution of the property of a person who dies intestate and also provides for the manner of distribution of the property of a person who dies testate. The Act covers various aspects related to wills, grants of probate and administration of estates. It also includes provisions for the appointment of legal representatives and the duties and powers of executors and administrators. The Act provides for the rights of heirs and legatees, and also sets out the rules for dealing with the estate of a minor or a person of unsound mind. The Act has been amended from time to time to keep up with the changing social and economic conditions of the country.