September 12, 2026

Section 27 – Guardians and Wards Act: Duties of Guardian of Property

Guardians and Wards Act, 1890 — back to Table of Contents

Section 27. Duties of guardian of property.

A guardian of the property of a ward is bound to deal therewith as carefully as a man of ordinary prudence would deal with it if it were his own, and, subject to the provisions of this Chapter, he may do all acts which are reasonable and proper for the realisation, protection or benefit of the property.