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can a beneficiary be a witness in Will


12-Oct-2023 (In Wills / Trusts Law)
can a beneficiary be a witness in Will?
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Answer #1
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Yes, under Hindu law a beneficiary can indeed be a witness to the Will. However, it would be much better if you could find two independent witnesses. Family friends work best for this purpose. You could further appoint one of them as an executor of the Will.

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