What this draft covers
- Declaration of sound mind and revocation of earlier Wills
- Appointment of executor and alternate executor
- Specific bequests: flat, accounts, investments, jewellery
- Residuary clause and substitution if a beneficiary dies first
- Guardian for minor children
- Attestation by two witnesses under Section 63 of the Indian Succession Act
When to use it
Use for an individual with a straightforward estate who wants to decide who gets what, appoint an executor and avoid disputes among heirs.
Format: Editable Word document (.docx), 2 pages.
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LAST WILL AND TESTAMENT
I, [full name], [son / daughter / wife] of [name], aged about [●] years, residing at [address], [PAN: ●], declare this to be my last Will and testament. I make it of my own free will, in sound health and of sound mind, and without any pressure from anyone.
1. Revocation
I revoke all my earlier Wills and codicils.
2. Executor
I appoint [name, relationship, address] as the executor of this Will. If [he / she] dies before me, or is unable or unwilling to act, I appoint [name, relationship, address] as executor.
3. My family
My family consists of [spouse], and my children [names]. [Other details, e.g. a predeceased child and grandchildren.]
4. Bequests
(a) Flat: I give my Flat No. [●], [building], [Society name], [address], together with my shares in the Society and all deposits relating to the Flat, to [name].
(b) Bank accounts …
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