The Indian Succession Act, 1925 · VIII — .— Of assent to a legacy by Executor or Administrator

Section 337. Executor when to deliver legacies

In force · As amended up to 2026-08

337. Executor when to deliver legacies.— An executor or administrator is not bound to pay or deliver any legacy until the expiration of one year from the testator's death. Illustration A by his will directs his legacies to be paid within six months after his death. The executor is not bound to pay them before the expiration of a year.

Source: India Code