Guardians and Wards Act, 1890 · Chapter III: Duties, Rights and Liabilities of Guardians · Termination of guardianship
Section 38: Right of survivorship among joint guardians
On the death of one of two or more joint guardians, the guardianship continues to the survivor or survivors until a further appointment is made by the Court.
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