Indian Trusts Act, 1882 · Chapter II: Of the Creation of Trusts
Section 9: Who may be beneficiary
Every person capable of holding property may be a beneficiary.
Disclaimer by beneficiary.—A proposed beneficiary may renounce his interest under the trust by disclaimer addressed to the trustee, or by setting up, with notice of the trust, a claim inconsistent therewith.
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