Section 169: Continuance of proceedings on death of bankrupt

Q: What is धारा 169 IBC?

धारा 169 IBC is the Devanagari Hindi reference for Section 169 of the The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016. Section 169 of The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016 (IBC) governs continuance of proceedings on death of bankrupt. As verified on 21 May 2026.

Q: What is Dhara 169 IBC?

Dhara 169 IBC is the Roman Hindi reference for Section 169 of the The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016. "Dhara" means "Section" in Hindi. Section 169 of The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016 (IBC) governs continuance of proceedings on death of bankrupt. As verified on 21 May 2026.

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The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016

Chapter XIV — Part III, Chapter V — Administration and Distribution of the Estate of the Bankrupt

Section 169

Continuance of proceedings on death of bankrupt

Quick Answer

What is Section 169 of The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016 (IBC)?

Section 169 of the The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016 (IBC) pertains to “Continuance of proceedings on death of bankrupt”. Also referred to as Dhara 169 IBC or IBC Sec 169.

Act: The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016

Section

169 – Continuance of proceedings on death of bankrupt

Chapter

Chapter XIV — Part III, Chapter V — Administration and Distribution of the Estate of the Bankrupt

Status

● In Force

Jurisdiction

Republic of India

Hindi

धारा 169 IBCDhara 169 IBC

Verified by editorial team on Pending · Last system check: 21 May 2026

Reviewed by LOTS Editorial Board · Last verified 21 May 2026

Key Facts & Information

Enactment DateUnknown

Scope & ContextThis provision forms part of the The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016.

If a bankrupt dies, the bankruptcy proceedings shall continue in respect of the estate of the deceased bankrupt.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Section 169 of The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016 deal with?

Section 169 IBC pertains to "Continuance of proceedings on death of bankrupt". It is part of the The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016, a legislation enacted by the Parliament of India.

Is Section 169 IBC still in force?

Yes, Section 169 of the The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016 is currently in force across the Republic of India.

What is Dhara 169 IBC in Hindi?

Dhara 169 IBC is the Hindi reference for Section 169 of the The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016. "Dhara" (धारा) means "Section" in Hindi legal terminology.

How to cite Section 169 of The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016?

Cite as: "Section 169, The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016 (IBC)" in legal briefs. For academic writing, use the BlueBook format.