Commentary On The Indian Trusts Act, 1882 (Act No.2 Of 1882)

Commentary on The Indian Trusts Act, 1882 (Act No. 2 of 1882) is a focused, practice-driven exposition of India’s foundational trust statute. The volume reproduces each section of the Act followed by plain-language notes, leading judicial pronouncements and tactical practitioner commentary. Major themes include: formalities of trust creation and vesting, distinction between private and charitable trusts, trustee duties (care, investment, delegation), trustee powers and indemnity, beneficiary rights and remedies (including suit for breach, tracing and proprietary claims), constructive and resulting trusts, and the cy-pres doctrine for charitable trusts. The book addresses procedural and administrative aspects—trust accounting, audits, registration/formalities for property transfer to trustees, bank and financial interactions, taxation and interaction with succession law. Each chapter ends with practical annexures: sample trust deeds (private, family and charitable), trustee resignation/removal petitions, sample plaints and petitions for injunction/appointment, checklist for due diligence on trust property, and quick reference flowcharts for contested trust litigation. The commentary balances doctrinal clarity with immediate courtroom utility, enabling practitioners to draft enforceable instruments, advise trustees and beneficiaries, and litigate trust disputes efficiently.