September 12, 2026

Section 253 – Indian Succession Act, 1925: Administration Limited to Collection and Preservation of Deceased’s Property

The Indian Succession Act, 1925 — Part IX: Probate, Letters of Administration and Administration of Assets of Deceased

Section 253. Administration limited to collection and preservation of deceased’s property

In any case in which it appears necessary for preserving the property of a deceased person, the Court within whose jurisdiction any of the property is situate may grant to any person, whom such Court may think fit, letters of administration limited to the collection and preservation of the property of the deceased and to the giving of discharges for debts due to his estate, subject to the directions of the Court.