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Question
When a Will fails or is declared invalid by the court, the administration of the estate of the testator will be governed by rules of:
A. Intestacy
B. Testacy
C. Equity
D. Good conscience
E. Trust
Answer
Answer:
A. Intestacy
Explanation:
When a Will is invalid, the estate of the deceased is distributed according to the rules of intestacy. These rules provide guidelines on how the assets should be shared among the closest relatives, such as the spouse, children, and other family members. The purpose is to ensure a fair distribution in the absence of a valid testamentary document.
- Tags: Estate Administration, Intestacy, Legal Framework, Trust, Will
- Level: Level 1
- Topic: Company Law, The Nigerian Legal System
- Series: MAY 2024
- Uploader: Dotse