Section 2

Definition.

The Charitable Endowments Act, 1890

  • Act 6 of 1890
  • Ministry of Law and Justice
  • Legislative Department
About this Act

An Act to provide for the vesting and administration of property held in trust for charitable purposes.

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In this Act “charitable purpose” includes relief of the poor, education, medical relief and the advancement of any other object of general public utility, but does not include a purpose which relates exclusively to religious teaching or worship.

Source: India Code (Legislative Department, Govt. of India). Check the official Gazette before relying on it in court. Not legal advice. Free legal aid: 15100 (NALSA) · Know your rights

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