The Indian Succession Act, 1925 · XVI — .— Of Ademption of Legacies

Section 164. Change of subject without testator's knowledge

In force · As amended up to 2026-08

164. Change of subject without testator's knowledge.— Where a thing specifically bequeathed undergoes a change between the date of the will and the testator's death, and the change takes place without the knowledge or sanction of the testator, the legacy is not adeemed. Illustration A bequeaths to B "all my 3 per cent. Consols". The Consols are, without A's knowledge, sold by his agent, and the proceeds converted into East India Stock. This legacy is not adeemed.

Source: India Code