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Doctrine of Acceleration
Introduction Acceleration means reducing the time gap between the present and when a certain event is supposed to happen. This doctrine, which pertains to wills and successions inasmuch as it applies to the transfer of

The Doctrine of Persona Designata in Wills and Successions
Introduction The doctrine of persona designata translates to “a person considered as an individual rather than as a member of a class”, according to Black’s Law dictionary. In the law of wills, the intention of the

Ejusdem Generis in the Testamentary Context
Introduction In the construction of legal documents, such as wills and testaments, precision of language is paramount. However, ambiguous or vague terms are common in wills and testaments, which are frequently written by laypeople or

Doctrine of Donatio Mortis Causa
Introduction The doctrine of donatio mortis causa (DMC) occupies a unique space in succession law, positioned halfway between a gift and a testamentary bequest. Rooted in Roman law and preserved in English and Indian jurisprudence,

The Doctrine of Waiver
Introduction A waiver is essentially the intentional relinquishment of a legal right or claim. In the Indian legal context, this doctrine finds application across contract law, constitutional law, testamentary law, and various other fields. In

Role of an Executor in Wills
Introduction Wills form a foundational element of the Indian legal system, serving as a formal means through which individuals can direct the distribution and management of their estate after death. Defined under Section 2(h) of