When a guardian appointed or declared by the Cowl is discharged, or, under the law to which the ward is subject, ceases to be entitled to act, or when any such guardian or a guardian appointed by will or other instrument is removed or dies, the Court, of its own motion or on application under Chapter II, may, if the ward is still a minor, appoint or declare another guardian of his person or property, or both, as the case may be.
Section 42: Appointment of successor to guardian dead, discharged or removed.
The Guardians and Wards Act, 1890Central Act · Act 8 of 1890
Where this provision sits
| Act | The Guardians and Wards Act, 1890 |
|---|---|
| Section | 42 |
| Marginal note | Appointment of successor to guardian dead, discharged or removed. |
| Jurisdiction | Central |
| Status | In force as published by the source |
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