How is the legal validity of a Power of Attorney determined in India? Does this apply to all types of Power of Attorneys, or are there specific types for which it’s relevant?

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Apni Law Staff asked 1 year ago

How is the legal validity of a Power of Attorney determined in India? Does this apply to all types of Power of Attorneys, or are there specific types for which it’s relevant?

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Apni Law Staff answered 1 year ago

In India, a Power of Attorney (POA) is legally valid if it’s executed in writing, signed by the principal, attested by two witnesses, and registered with the relevant authority. This applies to all types of POAs, including general, specific, and durable POAs.

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