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Which of the following is a valid requirement for a will under the Indian Succession Act, 1925, for a Hindu testator?
A will must be attested by at least two witnesses, who each see the testator sign or acknowledge the signature. Stamp paper, registration and court approval during the testator's lifetime are not legal requirements for validity.
- AIt must be attested by at least two witnessesCorrect
- BIt must be written on stamp paper
- CIt must be registered within 30 days
- DIt must be approved by a court before death
Explanation
A will must be signed by the testator and attested by at least two witnesses, each seeing the testator sign. Stamp paper, mandatory registration and pre-approval by a court are not required for validity.
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