The Trusts Act, 1882

Description: This quiz is designed to test your knowledge of the Trusts Act, 1882. The quiz covers various aspects of the act, including the definition of a trust, the duties and powers of trustees, and the rights of beneficiaries.
Number of Questions: 15
Created by:
Tags: the trusts act, 1882 trusts trustees beneficiaries
Attempted 0/15 Correct 0 Score 0

What is the definition of a trust under the Trusts Act, 1882?

  1. An obligation annexed to the ownership of property, and arising out of a confidence reposed in and accepted by the owner, or declared and accepted by him, for the benefit of another, or of another and the owner.

  2. A contract between two or more persons, whereby one person transfers property to another person, who agrees to hold the property for the benefit of the first person.

  3. A legal relationship in which one person holds property for the benefit of another person.

  4. A gift of property from one person to another.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

According to the Trusts Act, 1882, a trust is an obligation annexed to the ownership of property, and arising out of a confidence reposed in and accepted by the owner, or declared and accepted by him, for the benefit of another, or of another and the owner.

Who can create a trust?

  1. Any person who is competent to contract.

  2. Only a person who is over the age of 18.

  3. Only a person who is of sound mind.

  4. Only a person who is a citizen of India.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Under the Trusts Act, 1882, any person who is competent to contract can create a trust.

What are the essential elements of a valid trust?

  1. A settlor, a trustee, a beneficiary, and a trust property.

  2. A settlor, a trustee, and a trust property.

  3. A settlor and a beneficiary.

  4. A trustee and a beneficiary.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The essential elements of a valid trust are a settlor, a trustee, a beneficiary, and a trust property.

What are the duties of a trustee?

  1. To act in the best interests of the beneficiaries.

  2. To preserve the trust property.

  3. To invest the trust property prudently.

  4. To distribute the trust property to the beneficiaries according to the terms of the trust.

  5. All of the above.


Correct Option: E
Explanation:

The duties of a trustee include acting in the best interests of the beneficiaries, preserving the trust property, investing the trust property prudently, and distributing the trust property to the beneficiaries according to the terms of the trust.

What are the rights of a beneficiary?

  1. To receive the benefits of the trust.

  2. To enforce the terms of the trust.

  3. To remove the trustee.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The rights of a beneficiary include receiving the benefits of the trust, enforcing the terms of the trust, and removing the trustee.

What is the rule against perpetuities?

  1. A rule that states that no interest in land can be created that will vest more than 21 years after the death of the settlor.

  2. A rule that states that no interest in land can be created that will vest more than 100 years after the creation of the trust.

  3. A rule that states that no interest in land can be created that will vest more than 500 years after the creation of the trust.

  4. A rule that states that no interest in land can be created that will vest more than 1,000 years after the creation of the trust.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The rule against perpetuities states that no interest in land can be created that will vest more than 21 years after the death of the settlor.

What is the doctrine of cy-près?

  1. A doctrine that allows a court to modify the terms of a trust if the original purpose of the trust has become impossible or impractical.

  2. A doctrine that allows a court to remove a trustee if the trustee is unable or unwilling to perform his or her duties.

  3. A doctrine that allows a court to distribute the trust property to the beneficiaries before the termination of the trust.

  4. A doctrine that allows a court to create a new trust if the original trust is void.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The doctrine of cy-près allows a court to modify the terms of a trust if the original purpose of the trust has become impossible or impractical.

What is the difference between a trust and a will?

  1. A trust is created during the lifetime of the settlor, while a will is created after the death of the testator.

  2. A trust is created for the benefit of a specific person or group of persons, while a will is created for the benefit of the testator's heirs.

  3. A trust is governed by the Trusts Act, 1882, while a will is governed by the Indian Succession Act, 1925.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A trust is created during the lifetime of the settlor, while a will is created after the death of the testator. A trust is created for the benefit of a specific person or group of persons, while a will is created for the benefit of the testator's heirs. A trust is governed by the Trusts Act, 1882, while a will is governed by the Indian Succession Act, 1925.

What are the advantages of creating a trust?

  1. Tax benefits.

  2. Asset protection.

  3. Estate planning.

  4. Privacy.

  5. All of the above.


Correct Option: E
Explanation:

The advantages of creating a trust include tax benefits, asset protection, estate planning, and privacy.

What are the disadvantages of creating a trust?

  1. Cost.

  2. Complexity.

  3. Loss of control.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The disadvantages of creating a trust include cost, complexity, and loss of control.

When should you consider creating a trust?

  1. When you have a large estate.

  2. When you have minor children.

  3. When you want to protect your assets from creditors.

  4. When you want to avoid probate.

  5. All of the above.


Correct Option: E
Explanation:

You should consider creating a trust when you have a large estate, when you have minor children, when you want to protect your assets from creditors, or when you want to avoid probate.

How do you create a trust?

  1. You must have a written trust deed.

  2. You must have a trustee.

  3. You must have a beneficiary.

  4. You must have a trust property.

  5. All of the above.


Correct Option: E
Explanation:

To create a trust, you must have a written trust deed, a trustee, a beneficiary, and a trust property.

What are the different types of trusts?

  1. Revocable trusts.

  2. Irrevocable trusts.

  3. Testamentary trusts.

  4. Living trusts.

  5. All of the above.


Correct Option: E
Explanation:

The different types of trusts include revocable trusts, irrevocable trusts, testamentary trusts, and living trusts.

What is the difference between a public trust and a private trust?

  1. A public trust is created for the benefit of the general public, while a private trust is created for the benefit of a specific person or group of persons.

  2. A public trust is governed by the government, while a private trust is governed by the trustee.

  3. A public trust is irrevocable, while a private trust is revocable.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A public trust is created for the benefit of the general public, while a private trust is created for the benefit of a specific person or group of persons.

What is the difference between a trust and a foundation?

  1. A trust is created for the benefit of a specific person or group of persons, while a foundation is created for the benefit of the general public.

  2. A trust is governed by the trustee, while a foundation is governed by a board of directors.

  3. A trust is irrevocable, while a foundation is revocable.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A trust is created for the benefit of a specific person or group of persons, while a foundation is created for the benefit of the general public.

- Hide questions