Comprehensive Guide to Testamentary Succession & Will Drafting
The Definitive Reference on Wills, Testamentary Succession, and Estate Planning

Basu's Law of Wills (2nd Edition) is an authoritative and comprehensive treatise on the law governing wills, testamentary succession, and estate administration in India. Published by Delhi Publishing Company, this highly respected work provides an exhaustive commentary on the legal principles relating to the creation, interpretation, execution, revocation, and probate of wills.
Designed for legal professionals, judges, law students, estate planners, and researchers, the book offers an in-depth analysis of testamentary succession law, supported by significant judicial decisions and practical guidance. The author examines both statutory provisions and case law, helping readers navigate complex issues involving inheritance, succession rights, probate proceedings, and disputes relating to wills.

A unique feature of this edition is its inclusion of special chapters on landmark judgments, Hiba (unconditional transfer of property under Muslim law), and a collection of model forms and precedents, making it an invaluable practical reference for drafting and litigation purposes.
Whether handling probate matters, succession disputes, inheritance planning, or legal research, this book serves as a dependable guide that combines academic depth with practical utility.

Key Features

? Exhaustive commentary on the law relating to wills and testamentary succession
? Detailed analysis of probate, letters of administration, and succession procedures
? Coverage of landmark judicial decisions and leading case law
? Special chapter on Hiba under Muslim Law
? Includes model forms, precedents, and drafting guidance
? Practical reference for probate litigation and estate planning
? Helpful for understanding inheritance rights and succession disputes
? Written in a clear and analytical manner
? Trusted resource for advocates, judges, and law students
? Hardcover edition ideal for professional and institutional libraries

Core Subjects Covered

� Law of Wills
� Testamentary Succession
� Probate Proceedings
� Letters of Administration
� Execution of Wills
� Revocation and Alteration of Wills
� Construction and Interpretation of Wills
� Succession Law
� Inheritance Rights
� Estate Administration
� Probate Litigation
� Testamentary Capacity
� Bequests and Legacies
� Family Settlements
� Succession Planning
� Property Transfer upon Death
� Landmark Judgments on Wills
� Hiba under Muslim Law
� Personal Laws and Succession
� Model Forms and Legal Precedents

Ideal For

? Advocates handling probate, succession, and inheritance matters
? Judges and Judicial Officers
? Law Students (LL.B., LL.M.)
? Judicial Service Aspirants (PCS-J, Civil Judge Examinations)
? Estate Planning and Wealth Advisory Professionals
? Legal Researchers and Academicians
? Probate and Succession Practitioners
? Notaries and Legal Drafting Professionals
? Law Libraries and Universities
? Anyone studying the law of succession and inheritance

Why Buy This Book?
Understanding the law of wills is crucial for protecting property rights, ensuring smooth succession, and avoiding costly inheritance disputes. Basu's Law of Wills is more than a textbook; it is a practical guide packed with legal analysis, landmark judgments, procedural guidance, and drafting resources. Its extensive treatment of testamentary succession and probate law makes it an indispensable reference for both legal practice and academic study.
Whether you are preparing a will, handling probate proceedings, researching inheritance law, or advising clients on estate planning, this book offers authoritative guidance from one of the most respected sources in the field.
A must-have reference for advocates, judges, law students, estate planners, and anyone involved in succession and probate law.