Indian Succession Act, 1925 · Chapter VII: Of the Duties of An Executor or Administrator
Section 328: Non-abatement of specific legacy when assets sufficient to pay debts
Where there is a specific legacy, and the assets are sufficient for the payment of debts and necessary expenses, the thing specified must be delivered to the legatee without any abatement.
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