The Indian Trust Act, 1882
Learn about The Indian Trust Act, 1882 - a legal framework that governs the creation and management of trusts in India.
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Summary
The Indian Trust Act, 1882 was enacted to provide a legal framework for the creation and management of trusts in India. The Act defines a trust as an obligation annexed to the ownership of property and provides for the appointment of trustees, their powers, duties, and liabilities. The Act also regulates the transfer of trust property, the rights of beneficiaries, and the termination of trusts. In addition, it provides for the settlement of disputes related to trusts and the administration of trust property by courts.
Table of Contents
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| # | Section | Link |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Section 1: Short Title | Open |
| 2 | Section 2: Repeal Of Enactments | Open |
| 3 | Section 3: Interpretation-Clause | Open |
| 4 | Section 4: Lawful Purpose | Open |
| 5 | Section 5: Trust Of Immoveable Property | Open |
| 6 | Section 6: Creation Of Trust | Open |
| 7 | Section 7: Who May Create Trusts | Open |
| 8 | Section 8: Subject Of Trust | Open |
| 9 | Section 9: Who May Be Beneficiary | Open |
| 10 | Section 10: Who May Be Trustee | Open |
| 11 | Section 11: Trustee To Execute Trust | Open |
| 12 | Section 12: Trustee To Inform Himself Of State Of Trust-Property | Open |
| 13 | Section 13: Trustee To Protect Title To Trust-Property | Open |
| 14 | Section 14: Trustee Not To Set Up Title Adverse To Beneficiary | Open |
| 15 | Section 15: Care Required From Trustee | Open |
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