Indian Succession Act, 1925 · Chapter VI: Of the Powers of An Executor or Administrator
Section 308: General powers of administration
An executor or administrator may, in addition to, and not in derogation of any other powers of expenditure lawfully exercisable by him, incur expenditure—
(a) on such acts as may be necessary for the proper care or management of any property belonging to any estate administered by him; and
(b) with the sanction of the High Court, on such religious, charitable and other objects, and on such improvements, as may be reasonable and proper in the case of such property.
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