Can future inheritance be the subject of a contract of sale ........

Indian Succession Act Miscellaneous Provisions

Can future inheritance be the subject of a contract of sale?

No, since it will put the predecessor at the risk of harm from a tempted buyer, contrary topublic policy.

Yes, since the death of the decedent is certain to occur.

No, since the seller owns no inheritance while his predecessor lives.

Yes, but on the condition that the amount of the inheritance can only be ascertained after the obligations of the estate have been paid.

No, since the seller owns no inheritance while his predecessor lives.

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