Indian Succession Act — Section 164
Change of subject without testator’s knowledge.—Where a thing specifically bequeathed
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.
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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.
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