Answer the following with help of legal provision of The Indian Registration Act, 1908. On 20th January, 2023, Anil made a will in favour of his nephew Ronak. Anil submits the documents for registration on 25th July, 202

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Answer the following with help of legal provision of The Indian Registration Act, 1908. On 20th January, 2023, Anil made a will in favour of his nephew Ronak. Anil submits the documents for registration on 25th July, 2023. Will Anil be successful?

Answer & Explanation:

Section 27 of the Registration Act, 1908 (the Act) provides that a will may be presented for registration at any time or deposited in a manner provided in Sections 40 and 41. Registration of a will is optional under Section 18(e). Therefore, in this case registration of will is optional and Anil can get it registered any time. Hence, Anil can present his documents for registration on 25th July, 2023.

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