Sunayana Basu Mallik on Legal Considerations for Pets in Wills – Featured in Outlook Money

Sunayana Basu Mallik was recently quoted in an insightful article by Outlook Money titled “Can You Include Pets In Your Will In India? Here’s What The Law Says.”

In her expert commentary, Sunayana highlights an important legal aspect regarding pets in India’s succession law. While Indian succession law primarily governs human lives, pets are not considered direct beneficiaries. Sunayana elaborates that, though concepts of guardians and managers exist for individuals with mental health conditions, applying similar legal frameworks to pets could significantly improve their care and well-being for the entirety of their lives.

Sunayana’s commentary sheds light on the complexities of succession law, particularly the challenge of recognizing pets, who do not have religion, within a system that is influenced by religion and customary practices.

Read the full article here: https://www.outlookmoney.com/plan/succession-plan/can-you-include-pets-in-your-will-in-india-heres-what-the-law-says