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Last Will and Testament
Legal document specifying how your assets should be distributed after death.
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Instructions
How to create a Will:
1. List all your assets including property, bank accounts, investments, and valuables.
2. Name beneficiaries and their specific shares clearly.
3. Appoint a trustworthy executor to carry out your wishes.
4. Include special instructions for specific items or situations.
5. Sign in presence of two witnesses who are not beneficiaries.
6. Registration is optional but recommended for added legal validity.
7. Keep the original in a safe place and inform the executor.
1. List all your assets including property, bank accounts, investments, and valuables.
2. Name beneficiaries and their specific shares clearly.
3. Appoint a trustworthy executor to carry out your wishes.
4. Include special instructions for specific items or situations.
5. Sign in presence of two witnesses who are not beneficiaries.
6. Registration is optional but recommended for added legal validity.
7. Keep the original in a safe place and inform the executor.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is registration of will mandatory?
No, registration is optional in India. A will signed by the testator and two witnesses is legally valid. However, registration provides stronger legal backing.
Can I change my will later?
Yes, you can modify it through a codicil (amendment) or revoke it entirely and make a new will at any time.
Who can be a witness?
Any person of sound mind and not a minor can be a witness. However, witnesses and their spouses should not be beneficiaries.
What happens if I die without a will?
Your assets will be distributed according to succession laws applicable to your religion, which may not match your wishes.