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Under Indian succession practice, which feature of a registered Will makes it different from an unregistered Will?

Registration of a Will is optional in India. An unregistered Will is valid if properly signed and attested by two witnesses, but registering it adds evidentiary value about its execution. A registered Will can still be revoked or altered by the testator.

  1. AIt cannot be revoked or changed by the testator later
  2. BIt is legally valid only if it has been registered
  3. CRegistration is not mandatory, but it adds evidentiary value about its executionCorrect
  4. DIt overrides all nominations made in financial accounts

Explanation

A Will need not be registered to be valid, provided it is signed by the testator and attested by two witnesses. Registration only strengthens proof of execution and reduces disputes. A registered Will can still be revoked or modified, so the first option is wrong.

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