Section 316: As to deceased’s funeral

Q: What does Section 316 of The Indian Succession Act, 1925 (ISuA) deal with?

Section 316 ISuA pertains to "As to deceased’s funeral". It is part of the The Indian Succession Act, 1925, a legislation enacted by the Parliament of India. Section 316 of The Indian Succession Act, 1925 (ISuA) governs as to deceased’s funeral. As verified on 19 May 2026.

Q: Is Section 316 ISuA still in force?

Yes, Section 316 of the The Indian Succession Act, 1925 is currently in force across the Republic of India.

Q: What is धारा 316 ISuA?

धारा 316 ISuA is the Devanagari Hindi reference for Section 316 of the The Indian Succession Act, 1925. Section 316 of The Indian Succession Act, 1925 (ISuA) governs as to deceased’s funeral. As verified on 19 May 2026.

Q: What is Dhara 316 ISuA?

Dhara 316 ISuA is the Roman Hindi reference for Section 316 of the The Indian Succession Act, 1925. "Dhara" means "Section" in Hindi. Section 316 of The Indian Succession Act, 1925 (ISuA) governs as to deceased’s funeral. As verified on 19 May 2026.

Q: How to cite Section 316 of The Indian Succession Act, 1925?

Cite as: "Section 316, The Indian Succession Act, 1925 (ISuA)" in legal briefs. For academic writing, use the BlueBook format: The Indian Succession Act, 1925, § 316 (India).

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The Indian Succession Act, 1925

Chapter VII — f the Duties of an Executor or Administrator

Section 316

As to deceased’s funeral

It is the duty of an executor to provide funds for the performance of the necessary funeral ceremonies of the deceased in a manner suitable to his condition, if he has left property sufficient for the purpose.